Question 1755 Deck General

The correct answer is B) keeps the ends from fraying. A whipping on a fiber line is a type of wrapping or binding applied to the end of a rope or line to prevent it from unraveling or fraying. This technique helps to maintain the integrity and durability of the line. The whipping secures the individual fibers in place, keeping the end of the line from becoming frayed or unraveled over time or with use. The other options are incorrect because a whipping does not become part of a splice, it does not protect the hands, and it does not strengthen the line itself - it simply helps preserve the ends.