Question 2394Deck General70% to pass
Which statement is TRUE about the use of a "gob rope"?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) The gob rope is used to secure the towline aft over the centerline of a tug.
A gob rope is a line used on a tug to secure the towline over the centerline of the tug. This helps keep the towline in the proper position and prevents it from slipping off the sides of the tug during towing operations. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the purpose of a gob rope, which is specifically used in towing operations by tugs.
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