Which step should be taken, if possible. when the vessel must be abandoned because of a distress situation?

A
Alert the U.S. Coast Guard by using the survival craft's portable INMARSAT unit.
B
Program the SART and EPIRB to transmit the vessel's location and situation.
C
Place the SART and EPIRB in the "ON" position and secure them to the survival craft.
D
No additional steps are needed as the SART and EPIB will both automatically float free and operate properly.
E