Question 1617 Deck General

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When taking a length of new manila rope from the coil, you should _______________.

A lay the coil on end with the inside end up then unwind the rope from the outside of the coil

B lay the coil on end with the inside end down, then pull the inside end up through the middle of the coil

C mount the coil so it will turn like a spool and unreel from the outside

D roll the coil along the deck and allow the rope to fall off the coil

AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) lay the coil on end with the inside end down, then pull the inside end up through the middle of the coil. This is the correct method because it allows the rope to feed off the inside of the coil, which minimizes twisting and kinking as the rope is pulled out. Pulling from the outside of the coil (option A) can lead to twisting, while rolling the coil (option D) can also cause kinking. Option C of mounting the coil to turn like a spool is not the recommended technique for handling a new manila rope coil.

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