A wildcat is a _______________.

A line that has jumped off the gypsyhead while under strain

B nylon line that parts under strain and whips back in a hazardous manner

C winch that is running out of control due to a failure of the overspeed trips

D deeply-grooved drum on the windlass with sprockets which engage the links of the anchor chain

AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) a deeply-grooved drum on the windlass with sprockets which engage the links of the anchor chain. A wildcat is the name given to the deeply-grooved drum on a ship's windlass that is used to raise and lower the anchor chain. The grooves on the wildcat are designed to securely grip the chain links and pull the anchor up or let it down as needed. This is the correct definition of a wildcat in the context of a U.S. Coast Guard Captain's License exam. The other answer choices describe different issues related to lines and winches, but do not accurately describe what a wildcat is on a ship's windlass. Understanding the proper definition of a wildcat is an important piece of knowledge for Coast Guard license exams.

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