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Se dice que el ancla está a la pendura cuando:The anchor is said to be a-cockbill (“a la pendura”) when:

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Correct answer: b) We take it from its stowage and leave it hanging from the hawse pipe, ready to let go.

Why it is correct

A-cockbill is the anchor hanging from the hawse, clear of the water, ready to let go.

Why the others are not

  • a) Out of the water.
  • c) Breaking out.
  • d) That is clear.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Hanging from the hawse: a-cockbill.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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