Question 4038 Deck General

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On an anchor windlass, the wheel over which the anchor chain passes is called a _______________.

A winchhead
B devil's claw
C brake compressor wheel
D wildcat
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) wildcat. On an anchor windlass, the wheel over which the anchor chain passes is called the wildcat. The wildcat is the wheel or drum that the anchor chain wraps around and is responsible for lifting and lowering the anchor. This is the correct term based on standard maritime terminology and regulations governing anchor windlass equipment. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the specific component being referenced. A winchhead, brake compressor wheel, and devil's claw are not the correct terms for the wheel over which the anchor chain passes on a windlass.

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