Question 2084 Deck General
70% to passWhat is the proper term for the mooring line that runs through the bullnose leading forward?
A
the bowline
B
the forward quarter spring line
C
the bullnose
D
the forward bow spring line
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) the bowline. The bowline is the mooring line that runs through the bullnose leading forward on a vessel. This line helps secure the bow of the ship to the dock or mooring point. The bowline is a common and essential mooring line used in maritime operations. The other answer choices are incorrect because: B) the forward quarter spring line refers to a different line that runs along the side of the vessel, C) the bullnose is the structural feature the bowline passes through, not the line itself, and D) the forward bow spring line is not a standard terminology for this specific mooring line.
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