Question 1795Deck General70% to pass
Which type of line will stretch the most when under strain?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) Nylon.
Nylon is the most elastic and stretchable of the line materials listed. It has the highest elongation under strain, allowing it to stretch the most before breaking. This is a desirable property for many marine applications where flexibility and shock absorption are important.
The other line materials - Dacron, Polypropylene, and Manila - are less elastic and would not stretch as much under the same load. Dacron and Polypropylene are synthetic fibers, while Manila is a natural fiber, and they all have lower elongation compared to Nylon.
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