GSK Exit Exam • Set 14 Question 9 of 30
A gant line acts as a
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Direct Answer
Option D: Messenger line
A gant line, also referred to as a messenger line, is a light, flexible line used to haul heavier ropes or wires. It facilitates the transfer of mooring lines or wires between the ship and the shore or another vessel.
All Options
A
Rocket line
B
Marking line
C
Heaving line
D
Messenger line
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
A gant line, also referred to as a messenger line, is a light, flexible line used to haul heavier ropes or wires. It facilitates the transfer of mooring lines or wires between the ship and the shore or another vessel.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • General Ship Knowledge (GSK).
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