Question 4635 Deck General

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Joiner bulkheads on a MODU provide _______________.

A watertight integrity
B compartmentalization
C structural support
D tank boundaries
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) compartmentalization. Joiner bulkheads on a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU) provide compartmentalization, which is the division of the vessel's interior into smaller, isolated spaces. This compartmentalization helps to contain the spread of fire, water, or other hazards in the event of an emergency, improving the overall safety and survivability of the MODU. The other options are incorrect because watertight integrity (A) is a different feature provided by other types of bulkheads, structural support (C) is the function of the vessel's main framing, and tank boundaries (D) are the responsibility of the tank construction, not the joiner bulkheads.

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