Question 1926Deck Safety70% to pass
To reduce the number of strakes at the bow, two strakes are tapered and joined at their ends by a single plate. This plate is known as a _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) stealer plate.
A stealer plate is a single plate used to join the ends of two tapered strakes at the bow of a vessel, in order to reduce the number of strakes. This is a common construction technique used to create a smooth, streamlined bow shape. The stealer plate allows the two tapered strakes to be joined together, rather than requiring additional full-width strakes that would create a more angular bow profile.
The other answer choices are incorrect because: B) a joiner is a term used for a general type of fitting, not specifically for this bow construction technique; C) a cover plate is a different type of plate used for a different purpose; and D) a lap strake refers to the overlapping seam between adjacent hull planks, not the joining of tapered strakes.
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