You are going astern (single-screw, right-handed propeller) with the anchor down at a scope of twice the depth of the water. As the anchor dredges, you should expect the __________.

Correct Answer: Option B — stern to walk to port but at a reduced rate

When backing with an anchor down, the anchor acts as a pivot point, creating a drag that resists the propeller's transverse thrust. This resistance reduces the stern's tendency to walk to port, allowing for better directional control than backing without the anchor deployed.