Question 1926 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) stealer plate. A stealer plate is a single plate used to join the ends of two tapered strakes at the bow of a vessel, in order to reduce the number of strakes. This is a common construction technique used to create a smooth, streamlined bow shape. The stealer plate allows the two tapered strakes to be joined together, rather than requiring additional full-width strakes that would create a more angular bow profile. The other answer choices are incorrect because: B) a joiner is a term used for a general type of fitting, not specifically for this bow construction technique; C) a cover plate is a different type of plate used for a different purpose; and D) a lap strake refers to the overlapping seam between adjacent hull planks, not the joining of tapered strakes.