The boom indicator on a crane will indicate the __________.?
A) length of the boom B) angle of the boom C) lifting capacity of the boom D) direction of the boom E)NULL
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A predictable result of a vessel nearing a bank or edge of a channel is that the __________.?
A) stern is drawn to the bank as the bow sheers off B) bow sheers toward the bank C) vessel continues in a straight line, but with greatly reduced maneuverability D) vessel will be drawn bodily into the bank unless…
You are riding to a single anchor. The vessel is yawing excessively. Which action should be taken to reduce the yawing?
A) Veer chain to the riding anchor B) Heave to a shorter scope of chain on the riding anchor C) Drop the second anchor at the extreme end of the yaw and veer the riding anchor D) Drop the second…
You are in charge of a towing vessel that operates exclusively on inland waters. You regularly tow barges that provide services (cargo lighters, fuel barges, etc.) to foreign flag vessels in port. What will be accepted as proper credentials for you and your crew?
A) No credentials are required since you operate on inland waters only B) Social Security card C) State driver’s license with photo ID D) Merchant Mariner’s Document E)NULL
The danger of a towing vessel tripping is increased the closer the towline is secured to __________.?
A) the stern B) amidships C) the bow D) the quarter E)NULL
If given equal care, nylon line should last how many times longer than manila line?
A) Three B) Four C) Five D) Six E)NULL
The main reason a long towline is used during an ocean tow is that __________.?
A) a margin of safety is provided should the line part B) the towline will wear more evenly C) there will be less stress on the towline D) a slight increase in speed will be realized E)NULL
When a merchant vessel is under the control of the Naval Control of Shipping Organization in wartime, naval authorities may give orders pertaining to __________.?
A) minimum manning standards B) regulations about darkening ship C) the stowage of explosives D) the types of cargoes permitted on board E)NULL
The term “bollard pull” refers to a towing vessel’s __________.?
A) propulsion horsepower available B) pulling ability at cruise power C) towing winch capability D) pulling ability under static conditions E)NULL
A hygroscopic cargo is defined as a cargo __________.?
A) capable of absorbing moisture in the form of a gas B) capable of giving off moisture in the form of a liquid C) that is shipped in a liquid state D) that will ignite in contact with water E)NULL