The safe working load (SWL) of wire rope with a safety factor of 6 is what percent of its strength?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — 17%
Safe Working Load (SWL) is calculated by dividing the breaking strength by the factor of safety. With a safety factor of 6, the SWL is 1/6 of the total strength. Dividing 1 by 6 yields approximately 0.1666, which rounds to 17% of the rope's total breaking strength.
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