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En el molinete, ¿qué es el barbotén?:On the windlass, what is the gypsy (barbotén)?
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Correct answer: b) The part with recesses that the chain links engage
Why it is correct
The gypsy has pockets the links fit into. That lets the windlass haul the chain.
Why the others are not
- a) Not that.
- c) The brake.
- d) The other way round.
How to work it out in the exam
- Link pockets: gypsy.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2025 · 3ª convocatoria · PER Modelo A · question 2 Official paper · Official answer key
- Junta de Andalucía · 2025 · 3ª convocatoria · PER Modelo B · question 2 Official paper · Official answer key
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