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[单项选择]What does the proof test load of an anchor chain demonstrate?（）
A. Breaking strength of the chain
B. Strength of the chain to a specified limit
C. Adequate holding power for new bottom conditions
D. Safe working load of the chain
[单项选择]A measurement device for inspecting anchor chain is the（）.
A. slide rule
B. go-no-go gauge
C. derrick tape
D. amp probe
[单项选择]A design modification of an anchor chain which prevents kinking is the（）.
A. detachable link
B. stud link
C. Kenter link
D. connecting link
[单项选择]A common means of connecting shots of anchor chain in the field is to use a（）.
A. sprocket
B. Kenter link
C. swivel
D. end shackle
[单项选择]Forty-five fathoms is marked on the anchor chain by（）.
A. one turn of wire on the first stud from each side of the detachable link
B. two turns of wire on the second stud from each side of the detachable link
C. three turns of wire on the third stud from each side of the detachable link
D. four turns of wire on the fourth stud from each side of the detachable link
[单项选择]The anchor chain should be kept moderately taut during a Mediterranean moor to（）.
A. facilitate speed of recovery during the weighing process
B. indicate the anchor's location to passing or mooring ships
C. prevent damage to the stern in the event of a headwind
D. provide a steady platform for the gangway between the fantail and pier
[单项选择]After deploying the anchor，a permanent chain chaser is（）.
A. removed from the anchor chain
B. connected to a buoy at the anchor
C. stripped back to the rig and secured
D. connected to a buoy halfway down the chain
[单项选择]While you are at anchor，what will serve as a positive warning that you are drifting towards the wrecks located to the NW and SW of your 2215 position（）.
A. A decreasing reading on loran pair 9960-X
B. The bearing of Wolf Trap Light changing to the right
C. Increasing soundings
D. The bearing of Wolf Trap Light changing to the left
[单项选择]What will a veering wind do（）.
A. Change direction in a clockwise manner in the Northern Hemisphere
B. Circulate about a low pressure center in a counterclockwise manner in the Northern Hemisphere
C. Vary in strength constantly and unpredictably
D. Circulate about a high pressure center in a clockwise manner in the Southern Hemisphere
[单项选择]The length of chain between the anchor and the end of the pendant line is called the（）.
A. pigtail chain
B. thrash chain
C. crown chain
D. wear chain
[单项选择]What best describes an anchor buoy（）.
A. A black ball that is hoisted when the ship anchors
B. A buoy attached to the anchor
C. A buoy attached to the scope of an anchor chain
D. A mark of the number of fathoms in an anchor chain
[单项选择]What is the bow type anchor shackle primarily used for（）.
A. Chain to chain connections
B. Chain to anchor connections
C. Kenter link to anchor connections
D. Wire rope connections
[单项选择]What is the normal length of anchor cable used to anchor a vessel?（）
A. An amount equal to the depth of the water
B. Two times the depth of water
C. Three to four times the depth of water
D. Five to seven times the depth of water
[单项选择]What happens to the efficiency of an anchor when it is moved from sand to mud?（）
A. The efficiency increases
B. The efficiency decreases
C. The efficiency remains the same
D. The efficiency cannot be determined.
[单项选择]What is meant by spotting the boom?（）
A. Lowering it into a cradle
B. Placing it in a desired position
C. Spotting it with wash primer and red lead
D. Two-blocking it
[单项选择]What is the holding power ratio of an anchor? （）
A. Maximum mooring line tension divided by the anchor's weight in air
B. Anchor's weight in air divided by the maximum mooring line tension
C. Preloading tension divided by the anchor's weight in air
D. Operating tension divided by the anchor's weight in air
[单项选择]What is meant by the term two-blocked（）.
A. The bottom block touches the top block
B. The line has jumped the sheaves
C. There are turns in the fall
D. You have two blocks
