Question 604 Deck General

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The heel block is located _______________.

A near the spider band
B at the base of the boom
C near the midships guy
D at the cargo hook
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) at the base of the boom. The heel block is a pulley system located at the base of the boom on a ship. This allows the boom to be raised and lowered, which is essential for cargo handling operations. The heel block is a critical component in the rigging and handling of the boom, which is why it is located at the base where the boom connects to the ship. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the location of the heel block. The spider band, midships guy, and cargo hook are all other components of the ship's rigging, but they are not where the heel block is situated.

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