Which would you NOT use to report the amount of anchor chain out? "Three shots __________."
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — on the bottom
Reporting anchor chain status requires clear, unambiguous terminology. Phrases like 'on deck,' 'at the water's edge,' or 'well in the water' are standard. 'On the bottom' is not a standard report because it does not indicate the amount of chain actually paid out or the scope.
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