What is the name of tackle number 5 as shown...

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What is the name of tackle number 5 as shown in the illustration? Illustration D029DG

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Question 1 of 31048

What is the name of tackle number 5 as shown in the illustration? Illustration D029DG

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Count how many sheaves (pulleys) are in the upper (fixed) block and in the lower (moving) block of tackle #5. • Recall that names like whip, luff tackle, and purchase are based on the number of sheaves in each block and how the fall is rove (reeved) between them. • Understand that terms like 3-2 purchase or two‑fold / four‑fold describe the distribution of parts of line between the fixed and moving blocks.

💭 Think About

• For tackle #5, how many parts of line are actually supporting the weight (how many segments of rope go down to the moving block)? • Does tackle #5 use blocks with the same number of sheaves or different numbers in the upper and lower blocks? How does that compare to what the names in the answer choices suggest? • Look carefully at where the standing part (the end made fast) and the fall / hauling part (where you pull) are located; which of the listed tackle names matches that reeving pattern?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify the number of sheaves in each block for tackle #5 before choosing. • Confirm how many supporting parts of line are at the moving block; this often equals the mechanical advantage and helps distinguish between a luff and a purchase. • Check a bosun’s manual or notes to match: which name corresponds to a tackle with that exact sheave arrangement and reeving pattern.