Your vessel is anchored in an open roadstead with three shots of chain out on the port anchor. The wind freshens considerably and the anchor begins to drag. Which action should you take FIRST?

Correct Answer: Option D — Veer out more chain on the port anchor.

Increasing the scope of the anchor chain is the most immediate and effective way to improve holding power. By veering more chain, the angle of pull at the anchor shank becomes more horizontal, which is critical for ensuring the flukes remain buried in the seabed during heavy weather.