With the tow line secured, how should SUNBEAM begin moving off?

A. Start moving without checking the other boat is ready or that the line has taken up properly

B. Reverse first regardless of what is behind, before starting to tow forward

C. Accelerate quickly to get the tow underway and reach harbour faster

D. Take up the slack in the line gently and increase speed very gradually — a sudden jerk on a tow line can snap it, pull a fitting off the boat, or even capsize the smaller boat being towed if it is caught off guard

A. Approach at full speed directly alongside the drifting boat

B. Assume they are just waving in a friendly way and carry on past without checking

C. Call the Coastguard immediately without first checking what the actual problem is

D. Sail or motor closer carefully to assess the situation — check if anyone is hurt, whether the boat is taking on water, and what kind of help they actually need, before deciding what to do next

A. Automatically agree to tow them without considering whether it is realistic or safe to do so

B. Refuse to help at all and leave immediately since no one is in immediate danger

C. Tow them at full sailing speed without checking whether the tow line and fittings can cope

D. Whether SUNBEAM is actually able to help safely — check the size and weight of the other boat compared to SUNBEAM, the sea conditions, and whether towing is realistic, or whether it would be better to simply stand by and call for proper assistance instead