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La pieza en forma de T que, fijada a cualquier parte del barco, sirve para afirmar los cabos, se llama:The T-shaped fitting, fixed anywhere on the boat, used to make lines fast is called:

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Correct answer: b) Cleat.

Why it is correct

A cleat is the T-shaped fitting for making lines fast.

Why the others are not

  • a) A bitt is a sturdy post.
  • c) A bollard is on the quay.
  • d) The chain passes through the fairlead.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. T-shape: cleat.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Knots and lines

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