Question 1790Deck General70% to pass
What minimum size manila line is required to hold a weight of 932 pounds, if you use a safety factor of six?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) 2.5".
To determine the minimum size manila line required, we need to consider the weight to be held (932 pounds) and the safety factor (6). The formula for calculating the minimum line size is: Minimum Line Size = Square Root(Weight / (Safety Factor x Line Strength)).
The strength of manila line is typically around 6,000 pounds per square inch. Using this value and the given weight and safety factor, the calculation yields a minimum line size of 2.5 inches in diameter.
The other options are incorrect because they do not provide the appropriate safety factor. A 2.0" line would be too small, while 3.0" and 3.5" lines would be larger than necessary.
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