What is an advantage of the 6x37 class of wire rope over the 6x19 class of wire rope of the same diameter?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Flexibility
A 6x37 class wire rope contains a greater number of finer wires per strand than a 6x19 class, granting it superior flexibility for passing around smaller sheaves and drums.
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