Question 3508 Deck General

The correct answer is B) the stud keeps the chain from kinking. The primary purpose of using stud link chain in a mooring system is to prevent the chain from kinking or twisting. The stud, which is a small protrusion inside the chain link, helps maintain the chain's shape and prevents it from becoming deformed. This is important for the overall strength and integrity of the mooring system, as a kinked or twisted chain can lose its holding power and potentially fail. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not address the primary purpose of using stud link chain. While cost, weight, and anchor holding power may be secondary considerations, the main reason for using stud link chain is its ability to resist kinking and maintain the chain's shape under load.