Question 2012 Deck General
70% to passWhich of the following describes a fid?
A
sharp pointed crow bar used to unlay wire rope
B
tapered steel pin used to separate wire rope
C
tapered wooden pin used when splicing heavy rope
D
mallet used when splicing wire rope
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) tapered wooden pin used when splicing heavy rope. A fid is a tapered wooden pin used to separate the strands of a rope when splicing. This allows the strands to be intertwined to create a strong, continuous splice in larger diameter ropes. The fid's tapered shape allows it to be inserted between the rope strands without damaging them. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) describes a crowbar, B) describes a metal pin used for wire rope, and D) describes a mallet, none of which are the correct definition of a fid.
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