In astern towing,a tow span,also called the tow bar or towing arch,is used to().
A:insure that the hawser leads directly aft as it passes over the stern of the towing vessel
B:increase the stability of the towing vessel by raising the hawser off the deck
C:reduce chafing of the towing hawser
D:prevent fouling of the hawser on deck gear located on the stern of the towing vessel
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