Question 4592Deck General70% to pass
Deck beams on a MODU are generally spaced at equal intervals and run _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) transversely.
On a MODU (Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit), the deck beams generally run transversely, meaning perpendicular to the length of the vessel. This is the standard configuration for the structural support of the deck on a MODU, as it provides the necessary strength and stability to withstand the forces exerted on the platform during offshore operations.
The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) intermittently is not a typical arrangement for deck beams, B) longitudinally (along the length of the vessel) is not the standard orientation, and C) vertically would not provide the necessary horizontal support for the deck.
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