The garboard strake is the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — row of plating nearest the keel
The garboard strake is the row of bottom shell plating immediately adjacent to and running parallel on either side of the vertical keel, subject to high local stresses and specialized structural inspection requirements.
100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.