Practice question

Which anchor type provides the best holding power per unit weight in soft sand and mud seabeds, but performs poorly on rocky or weed-covered bottoms?

  1. Danforth (Fluke / Pala articulada)
  2. Fisherman / Admiralty (Almirantazgo)
  3. Grapnel (Rezón de cuatro brazos)
  4. Mushroom anchor (Ancla tipo hongo)

Answer: A — Danforth (Fluke / Pala articulada)

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