Question 2331Deck General70% to pass
You attach a line to a stationary barge lying off your starboard beam in order to maneuver it into position to make up tow. The line used to do this is a _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) swing line.
A swing line is a line used to temporarily position or maneuver a barge or other vessel into the desired position, such as to make up a tow. By attaching the swing line to the stationary barge and pulling it, the vessel can manipulate the barge's position as needed.
The other options are incorrect because: A) a check line is used to temporarily secure a vessel, C) a jockey line is used to adjust the towing bridle, and D) a fore and aft line runs longitudinally along the length of the vessel, rather than being used to position a barge.
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