MEK Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 23 of 30
Steering gear is used to turn the
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Direct Answer
Option A: rudder
The steering gear is the machinery responsible for rotating the rudder to control the heading of the ship. It is a critical component for the safe navigation and maneuvering of the vessel.
All Options
A
rudder
(Correct Answer)
B
crane boom/jib
C
propeller
D
main engine
Detailed Explanation & Context
The steering gear is the machinery responsible for rotating the rudder to control the heading of the ship. It is a critical component for the safe navigation and maneuvering of the vessel.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Marine Engineering Knowledge (MEK).
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