Deck General USCG Question #4631 (Set 148)

In selecting a tug for moving a MODU, consideration should be given to its __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — bollard pull, displacement, and maneuverability

MODU towing operations require rigorous evaluation of tug capabilities where bollard pull (raw towing force), displacement (stability and inertia control), and maneuverability are critical parameters for safe transit and station keeping.

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