Deck General USCG Q#5374 (Set 167)

What is the critical point in nylon line elongation?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — 40%

Nylon rope exhibits high elasticity and elongation characteristics. Under standard technical seamanship data, the critical danger point where permanent structural damage, loss of elasticity, and sudden snap-back failure occur is reached at approximately 40% elongation.

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