Question 615Deck General70% to pass
A sling is a device used in _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) hoisting cargo aboard a vessel.
A sling is a device used to lift and move objects, such as cargo, using a crane or other hoisting equipment on a vessel. Slings are specifically designed for the safe and efficient transfer of loads from one location to another on a ship or boat.
The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the primary purpose of a sling. Hoisting the anchor, hoisting personnel, and securing a small boat to a larger vessel are not the main functions of a sling on a vessel.
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