Question 2252 Deck General

You are correct, the answer is B) bowline. The bowline is the preferred knot for attaching a towline to a trailer eye bolt because it forms a secure, non-slipping loop that will not come undone under tension. The bowline is a reliable and well-known knot that is easy to tie and untie, making it the ideal choice for this application. The other options are not suitable for this task. A towing hitch (A) is used to connect the trailer to the towing vehicle, not to attach the towline. A square knot (C) is not secure enough to hold under the forces of towing. An eye splice (D) requires specialized tools and skills to create, making it impractical for this everyday towing situation.