Question 609Deck General70% to pass
The fitting that allows a boom to move freely both vertically and laterally is called the _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) gooseneck.
The gooseneck is the fitting that allows a boom to move freely both vertically and laterally. It is a pivoting connection that attaches the boom to the mast, enabling the boom to pivot and swing as needed during sailing operations.
The other answer choices are incorrect because:
A) A spider band is a fitting that secures the end of a boom to the mast.
C) A lizard is a type of line used to control the position of a boom.
D) A swivel is a fitting that allows rotation in a single plane, not the free movement in two planes that a gooseneck provides.
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