Question 2430Deck General70% to pass
An intermediate spring is _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) generally located between the "fishplate" and the main towing hawser.
An intermediate spring is a length of rope or cable that connects the towing hawser to the towing bridle. It helps to absorb the shock and reduce the strain on the towing gear when the tow is in motion. The intermediate spring is typically positioned between the "fishplate" (a connection point on the towing vessel) and the main towing hawser, allowing it to effectively dampen the forces exerted during the towing operation.
The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) the "H" bitts are not directly related to the intermediate spring; C) the intermediate spring is not fitted in each leg of the towing bridle; and D) the intermediate spring is not typically made of manila hawser, which is a type of natural fiber rope.
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