Question 2138Deck General70% to pass
A small light tackle with blocks of steel or wood that is used for miscellaneous small jobs is called a _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) handy-billy.
A handy-billy is a small light tackle with blocks of steel or wood that is used for miscellaneous small jobs on a vessel. The term "handy-billy" refers to the versatile and convenient nature of this type of tackle for performing various tasks and light lifting on a ship or boat.
The other answer choices are incorrect because:
A) A snatch block is a type of pulley block with a hinged side plate that allows a line to be easily slipped into the block.
B) A threefold purchase is a type of tackle system that uses three parts of a line to provide a mechanical advantage.
C) A chockablock is a condition where two blocks of a tackle are brought together, preventing further movement.
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