Question 2058 Deck General

The correct answer is C) heaving line. A heaving line is a lightweight line that is used to transfer a larger, more substantial line from one location to another, such as from the ship to the dock or pier. This is an example of a messenger, which is a smaller line that is used to pull or guide a larger line. The heaving line can be thrown or shot from the ship to the dock, allowing the dock workers to then pull the larger line across. The other options are incorrect because they do not represent examples of messenger lines. A warp is a longitudinal thread in woven fabric, a stay is a rope that supports a mast, and a fairlead is a device that guides a line to prevent chafing.