Question 1595 Deck General
70% to passWhich knot shown in illustration D030DG below represents a square knot?
A
H
B
W
C
P
D
R
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) W, which represents a square knot. The square knot is a common and versatile knot used for joining two ropes of equal diameter. It is a reliable knot for securing lines, making it a fundamental component of seamanship and navigation, which are essential skills for obtaining a US Coast Guard Captain's License. The other answer choices, A) H, C) P, and D) R, do not depict the square knot, which is the knot asked for in the question.
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