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Los refuerzos que unen de lado a lado los extremos de las cuadernas, dando soporte a la cubierta, se llaman:The strengthening members joining the ends of the frames side to side, supporting the deck, are called:

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Correct answer: c) Beams.

Why it is correct

Beams join the frames side to side and support the deck.

Why the others are not

  • a) The bulwark stands above the deck.
  • b) Bulkheads divide spaces.
  • d) A stringer runs fore and aft.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Frames are the ribs; beams are the deck's joists.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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