Which is the correct procedure for anchoring a small to medium size vessel in deep water?

A
Let the anchor fall free from the hawsepipe, but apply the brake at intervals to check the rate of fall.
B
Back the anchor slowly out of the hawsepipe a few feet, and then let it fall in the normal fashion.
C
Let the anchor fall off the brake right from the hawsepipe, but keep a slight strain on the brake.
D
Under power, back the anchor out until it is near, but clear, of the bottom before letting it fall.
E