Question 2049 Deck General
70% to passDuring the manufacture of line, yarns are twisted together in the _______________.
A
opposite direction from which the fibers are twisted together forming cables
B
same direction the fibers are twisted to form strands
C
opposite direction from which the fibers are twisted together to form the line
D
opposite direction from which the fibers are twisted together to form strands
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) opposite direction from which the fibers are twisted together to form strands. The key to understanding this is the concept of how rope or line is manufactured. Fibers are first twisted together in one direction to form strands. Then, these strands are twisted together in the opposite direction to form the finished line or rope. This opposite twist direction helps provide the line with additional strength and stability. The other answer choices do not accurately describe this standard manufacturing process for rope and line.
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