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Which statement is TRUE when comparing manila line, size for size, to nylon?

Question 1 of 27070

Which statement is TRUE when comparing manila line, size for size, to nylon?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Synthetic vs natural fiber line characteristics (nylon is synthetic, manila is natural) • Relative breaking strength of different line materials, size-for-size • Resistance to rotting, mildew, and weathering for nylon vs manila

💭 Think About

• Is nylon generally chosen for critical mooring/towing jobs because it is weaker, the same, or stronger than manila of the same size? • Between a natural fiber (manila) and a synthetic (nylon), which one is more likely to rot or deteriorate in wet conditions? • If you wanted a smaller-diameter line that could still safely handle a heavy load, would you be more likely to pick nylon or manila?

✅ Before You Answer

• Compare breaking strength of nylon vs manila of the same diameter (size-for-size) in your study materials or tables • Recall which material is more rot-resistant and commonly used on modern vessels for heavy-duty lines • Eliminate any option that contradicts the known advantages of synthetic (nylon) line over natural fiber line

Question 1 of 27070

Which statement is TRUE when comparing manila line, size for size, to nylon?

Nylon is equivalent to manila line

Nylon has more strength than manila line

Nylon will rot quicker than manila line

Nylon has less strength than manila line

Question 1 / 2707066636ee728f7522a1c517795

Question 1 of 2707066636ee728f7522a1c517795

Which statement is TRUE when comparing manila line, size for size, to nylon?

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Question 1 of 27070

Which statement is TRUE when comparing manila line, size for size, to nylon?