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Cuando un ancla «cuelga sobre freno» del costado próxima al agua y lista para ser fondeada, decimos que el ancla está:When an anchor “hangs on the brake” over the side near the water, ready to let go, we say it is:

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Correct answer: b) A-cockbill (a la pendura)

Why it is correct

A-cockbill is the anchor hanging ready to let go. Up and down is when the chain is vertical while weighing.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is when weighing.
  • c) Not the term.
  • d) Not the term.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Hanging ready: a-cockbill.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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