GSK Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 4 of 30

Whipping is carried out

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Direct Answer

Option A: Prevent the ends of a rope from unlaying

Whipping is the practice of tightly winding twine or cordage around the end of a rope. Its primary purpose is to prevent the strands of the rope from unlaying or unraveling, maintaining the rope's integrity.

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Prevent the ends of a rope from unlaying (Correct Answer)

Protect the ends from chafing damage

Join two ropes of equal size

To protect the rope from weather

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Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • General Ship Knowledge (GSK).

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