Deck General USCG Question #3490 (Set 111)

Most large anchors are manufactured with a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — D-type shackle

D-type shackles are engineered for in-line tension loads, matching the narrow profile of heavy anchor shanks where side-loading is minimized.

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