Using a sea anchor will __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — reduce your drift rate
A sea anchor deploys into the water to create hydrodynamic drag, significantly reducing the leeward drift rate of a survival craft. This keeps survivors in a localized area, aiding search and rescue operations according to SOLAS and 46 CFR lifesaving equipment standards.
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