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La pieza de metal o madera, encorvada en sus extremos y fija por su punto medio, que sirve para amarrar los cabos, se denomina:The metal or wooden piece, curved at its ends and fixed at its middle, used to make lines fast, is called:

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Correct answer: d) Cleat (cornamusa).

Why it is correct

A cleat has two curved horns and is fixed at its centre. Lines are turned round it.

Why the others are not

  • a) It leads the line.
  • b) Holds guardrails.
  • c) On the quay.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Two horns: cleat.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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