Question 2309 Deck General

The correct answer is B) pike pole. A pike pole is a long pole with a hook at one end, used to reach for and manipulate lines or other objects on a vessel. This tool is commonly used by crew members on ships, including those operating under a U.S. Coast Guard Captain's License, to assist in mooring, casting off lines, and other deck operations. The other answer choices are incorrect. A jack staff is a vertical pole on the bow of a ship, not a tool for handling lines. A "hooker" is not a standard nautical term. A "line rod" is not a commonly used name for this type of pole.