Question 4569 Deck General

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When lifting loads from a boat in heavy weather, the load should be taken when the boat _______________.

A begins to rise
B reaches the crest
C begins to fall
D reaches the trough
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) reaches the crest. When lifting loads from a boat in heavy weather, the load should be taken when the boat reaches the crest of the wave. This is because at the crest of the wave, the boat is experiencing the least amount of downward motion, making it the most stable point to lift the load. Taking the load at any other point, such as when the boat begins to rise (A), begins to fall (C), or reaches the trough (D), would subject the load to greater vertical motion and instability, increasing the risk of the load swinging or the boat pitching unexpectedly.

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