Which is TRUE of a long splice in a three...

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Which is TRUE of a long splice in a three strand line?

Question 1 of 27070

Which is TRUE of a long splice in a three strand line?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Long splice vs. short splice — how they differ in length, strength, and change in diameter • Purpose of a long splice in three-strand line, especially where the rope must still run through blocks or sheaves • Whether long splices are limited to fiber rope or can be used on other materials

💭 Think About

• Think about which type of splice is chosen when the rope must still pass smoothly through blocks, fairleads, or sheaves without jamming • Consider whether a properly made long splice significantly weakens the line compared to its original strength • Ask yourself if a long splice is known for increasing, decreasing, or maintaining the diameter of the rope

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which splice (long or short) is used where the rope must run freely through gear like blocks and sheaves • Check whether a long splice is designed to maintain nearly the same diameter as the original line • Confirm if long splices are restricted to fiber rope only or also used with wire or synthetic rope

Question 1 of 27070

Which is TRUE of a long splice in a three strand line?

It can be used in running rigging

The splice is very weak

The splice doubles the size of the line

The splice is only used on fiber rope