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A cada una de las piezas que atraviesan el barco de babor a estribor, que sirven de consolidación y para sostener las cubiertas, se la denomina:Each of the pieces crossing the boat from port to starboard, strengthening her and holding up the decks, is called:

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Correct answer: b) Beam (“bao”).

Why it is correct

The beam crosses side to side under the deck. The frame rises up the side.

Why the others are not

  • a) Vertical.
  • c) A wall.
  • d) A side.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Side to side: beam.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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