Question 2178 Deck General

The correct answer is B) stays. Galvanizing is a common method of protecting wire rope from corrosion, and it is particularly suitable for wire rope used as stays on ships. Stays are the wires that support a ship's masts and rigging, and they are subjected to significant stress and exposure to the marine environment. Galvanizing helps prevent corrosion and extends the lifespan of the wire rope used for this purpose. The other options, cargo runners and topping lifts, while also made of wire rope, are not as susceptible to corrosion as stays, which are constantly exposed to the elements. Therefore, galvanizing would not be as crucial for protecting these other types of wire rope used on ships.