You are approaching a steamer that is broken down and are preparing to take her in tow. BEFORE positioning your vessel to pass the towline, you must __________.

A
compare the rate of drift between the ships
B
install chafing gear on the towline
C
secure the bitter end of the towing hawser to prevent loss if the tow is slipped
D
have traveling lizards rigged to guide the towline while it is paid-out
E