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¿Cómo se denomina a la pieza sólida de metal o de madera fuertemente unida a la cubierta – por lo regular dos columnas de hierro fundidas sobre una misma base – y utilizada para tomar vueltas sobre ella a las cadenas de las anclas, amarras del buque o para hacer firme un cabo?What is the solid metal or wooden fitting fixed to the deck, usually two cast-iron posts on one base, used to take turns with anchor chain or mooring lines?
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Correct answer: b) Bitt.
Why it is correct
Bitts are two posts on one base on deck. A bollard is on the quay, not aboard.
Why the others are not
- a) It is on the quay.
- c) T-shaped.
- d) It floats.
How to work it out in the exam
- Two posts aboard: bitts.
Where this question comes from
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de junio · PER Test 1 · question 5 Official paper · Official answer key
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de junio · PER Test 3 · question 5 Official paper · Official answer key
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