Question 1722 Deck General
70% to passWhich of the following describes a "whipping"?
A
a U-bolt for securing a cargo whip to the winch drum
B
a stopper for nylon line
C
a messenger
D
turns of twine around a rope end
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) turns of twine around a rope end. A "whipping" refers to the process of wrapping or binding the end of a rope with twine or other material to prevent the rope from unraveling. This is a common practice in seamanship and knot-tying to finish off the end of a rope. The other options, while related to rigging and line handling, do not accurately describe what a "whipping" is.
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