One function of a bulwark is to __________.?
A) help keep the deck dry B) prevent stress concentrations on the stringer plate C) protect against twisting forces exerted on the frame of the vessel D) reinforce the side stringers E)NULL
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The catenary in a towline is __________.?
A) a short bridle B) the downward curvature of the hawser C) another name for a pelican hook D) used to hold it amidships E)NULL
If the towline parts, you should __________.?
A) start towing by pushing ahead B) abandon the towing vessel C) retrieve the tow bridle D) relieve strain on the retrieving line E)NULL
What part of the ground tackle is the most likely to develop fractures due to extensive anchor use?
A) Anchor shank B) Swivel C) Jews’ harp D) Fluke E)NULL
The line with the most stretch is __________.?
A) manila B) nylon C) polypropylene D) dacron E)NULL
The pitch of a propeller is a measure of the __________.?
A) angle that the propeller makes with a free stream of water B) angle that the propeller makes with the surface of the water C) number of feet per revolution the propeller is designed to advance in still water without…
The deck load capacity of a compartment into which you intend to load a cargo of soft brick is 380 lbs. per sq. ft. The stowage factor of the brick is 21.3. Disregarding broken stowage, what is the maximum height the brick may be stacked without endangering the structure?
A) 1.7 feet B) 3.6 feet C) 5.0 feet D) 7.1 feet E)NULL
You are the operator of a towing vessel which becomes involved in a collision. By law you must assist __________.?
A) if your vessel is at fault B) if you can do so without excessive delay C) if you can do so without serious danger to your vessel D) regardless of the circumstances E)NULL
You are on a multiple-product chemical tanker with orders to load diethylamine. What is NOT a requirement for transporting this cargo?
A) You must have two toxic vapor detectors or the pumproom must meet special requirements. B) Each crew member must be provided with an emergency escape breathing apparatus. C) A person taking cargo samples must wear protective clothing. D) If…
Sidewise force of the propeller tends to throw a vessel’s stern to the right or left, depending on rotation. This force is caused by __________.?
A) back current from the rudder B) greater pressure on the right or left side of the propeller, depending on rotation C) lower pressure on the right or left side of the propeller, depending on rotation D) torque from the…