Question 2033 Deck General

The correct answer is D) can hold a load even when a considerable amount of the yarns have been abraded. The reasoning behind this is that nylon rope is more resistant to abrasion compared to manila rope. Even if some of the individual yarns in a nylon rope become worn or damaged, the remaining intact yarns can still bear the load, allowing the rope to maintain its strength. This is an advantage over manila rope, which would lose a significant amount of its load-bearing capacity if a considerable number of its yarns became abraded. The other options are incorrect because: A) manila rope can also be stored on decks exposed to sunlight, B) nylon rope does not necessarily give an audible warning of overstress, and C) nylon rope can be used in conjunction with wire or spring-lay rope, but this is not a specific advantage over manila rope.