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Deck General - 1 Flashcards

1
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“Avast” means .

A

stop

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2
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“Block stowage” means .

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stowing all the cargo for a port in the same area

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“Cribbing” is .

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wooden blocks or dunnage placed between a deck load and the deck

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4
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“Ease the rudder” means to

.

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decrease the rudder angle

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5
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“Free pratique” means that

.

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health requirements have been met and no further quarantine formalities are required

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6
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“Hanging a barge off” means to

.

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moor a barge to the bank and leave

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7
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“Hard right rudder” means

.

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put the rudder over to the right all the way

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8
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“Herringbone” is a term associated with .

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sewing

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9
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“Ice blink” is .

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the yellowish-white glare on the underside of a cloud layer

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10
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“Limber” is a term associated with

.

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drainage

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11
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“Seiche” is defined as a(n)

.

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oscillation caused by the diminishing of forces which cause lake level fluctuations

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12
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“White Line” is made from

.

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cotton

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13
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A “barrel” is a unit of liquid measure equivalent to .

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42 U.S. gallons at 60°F

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14
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A “bowline” is used to .

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form a temporary eye (loop) at the end of a line

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15
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A “check” line is .

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used to slow the headway of a barge

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16
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A “chock” is a .

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casting fitted at the side of a weather deck, used as a fairlead

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17
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A “contra-guide” is a type of

.

A

rudder

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18
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A “dangerous cargo manifest” is needed for you to carry a combustible cargo. You should obtain the shipping papers to make this “manifest” from the .

A

shipper

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19
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A “figure eight” knot is used to

.

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keep a line from passing through a sheave

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20
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A “gypsy” or “gypsy head” is a

.

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spool-shaped drum fitted on a winch

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21
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A “liner” in riveted construction of a vessel is a(n) .

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small plate which fills the aperture between riveted strakes and the vessel framing

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22
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A “loose” tow may cause all of the following EXCEPT .

A

a saving in the transit time

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23
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A “Mediterranean moor” should be used when .

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when docking stern to a berth

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24
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A “sheepshank” is used to

.

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shorten a line

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25
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A “skiff hook” is a device used to

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attach a towline to the eye bolt to the bow of a trailer- able boat

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26
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A “spring line” is a .

A

mooring line running diagonally to the keel

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27
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A “stopper” is .

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a short length of line used for temporarily holding another line

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28
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A “strongback” refers to a

.

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bar securing a cargo port

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29
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A “wet cargo” refers to .

A

liquids in containers

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30
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A “whipping” is .

A

turns of twine around a rope end

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31
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A 150-meter vessel is proceeding down the course of a narrow channel in the Great Lakes System. A 60- meter vessel is starting to cross the channel. Which statement is TRUE?

A

If the smaller vessel is engaged in fishing, he shall not impede the passage of the other vessel.

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32
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A 30,000 DWT tankship is required to have an IOPP certificate when
.

A

calling at ports in another country signatory to MARPOL 73/78

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33
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A 6x12, two-inch wire rope has

.

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6 strands and a two-inch diameter

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34
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A 6x19 wire rope would be

.

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6 strands with 19 wires in each strand

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35
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A 750 foot passenger vessel operating on the Great Lakes, not subject to SOLAS regulations, is required to carry how many ring life buoys?

A

24

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36
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A ballasted vessel sinks enroute to a dry dock. Under these circumstances, the vessel’s owner can claim
.

A

actual total loss

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37
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A band or collar on the top end of a boom to which the topping lift, midships guy, and outboard guys are secured, is called the .

A

spider band

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38
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A bench hook is used for

.

A

sewing canvas

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39
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A block and tackle is “rove to advantage”. This means that the
.

A

hauling part leads through the movable block

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40
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A block that can be opened at the hook or shackle end to receive a bight of the line is a .

A

snatch block

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41
Q

A bollard is found on the .

A

pier

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42
Q

A breeches buoy is being rigged from the shore to a stranded vessel. The initial shot line passed to the vessel is normally made fast to a .

A

tail-block and whip which may be used to pass a hawser to the vessel

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43
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A bridle for an ocean tow consists of

.

A

two chains of equal length

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44
Q

A butt is indicated by which letter?

A

D

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45
Q

A cargo exception would appear on

.

A

a Bill of Lading

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46
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A cargo of 10,000 barrels of gasoline is loaded at a temperature of 90°F, and a cargo temperature of 55°F, is expected on this voyage. It has a coefficient of expansion of .0006. How many barrels would you expect to discharge at your destination?

A

9790

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47
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A cargo of canned foodstuff is packed in cartons. Each carton is 36 cubic feet and weighs 340 pounds. The stowage factor of the cargo is
.

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237

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48
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A cargo of canned foodstuffs is packed in cartons. Each carton is 36 cubic feet and weighs 380 pounds.
What is the stowage factor of the cargo?

A

212

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49
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A cargo of fuel oil is loaded whose temperature is 66°F. API gravity is 36°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. A cargo temperature of 80°F is expected at the discharge port. If 9,000 barrels were loaded, how many gallons would you expect to unload?

A

380,646

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50
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A cargo of fuel oil is loaded whose temperature is 66°F. API gravity is 36°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. A cargo temperature of 80°F is expected at the discharge port. If 9,000 barrels were loaded, how many barrels would you expect to unload?

A

9,063

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51
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A cargo of oil has a coefficient of expansion of .0005 per degree F. If this cargo is loaded at 70°F, and a cargo temperature of 90°F is expected at the discharge port, how many barrels would you expect to unload if you loaded 10,000 barrels?

A

10,100

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52
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A cargo that has a stowage factor over 40 is known as a .

A

measurement cargo

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53
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A carling is used aboard ship

.

A

to stiffen areas under points of great stress between beams

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54
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A case received for shipment has the markings shown. Each carton measures 13” X 15” X 23”. What is the total cubic capacity the entire consignment will occupy? (Ignore broken stowage.)

A

779 cubic feet (22 cubic meters)

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55
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A case received for shipment has the markings shown. Each carton measures 13” X 15” X 23”. What is the total cubic capacity the entire consignment will occupy if you assume 10% broken stowage?

A

857 cubic feet (24 cubic meters)

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56
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A case received for shipment is marked as shown. The portion of the symbol indicated by the letter A is
.

A

a stowage sequence marking

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57
Q

A chain bridle is preferable to a wire rope towing bridle on a long ocean tow because chain .

A

All of the above

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58
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A chain bridle is used when towing astern because it .

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provides an effective catenary and absorbs shock due to its weight

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59
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A chain stripper is used to

.

A

prevent chain from clinging to the wildcat

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60
Q

A change of a documented vessel’s name can only be made by the
.

A

Coast Guard

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61
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A channel is stated as having a controlling depth of 38 feet. Which statement is TRUE?

A

100% of the channel width is clear to 38 feet.

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62
Q

A charterer is unable to complete the loading of a vessel during the lay days specified in the charter party. Under these circumstances, the
.

A

vessel operator can collect demurrage

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63
Q

A Chinese stopper (two lines) will hold best when you .

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twist the ends together and hold them in the direction of the pull

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64
Q

A chock .

A

provides openings through the bulwark for mooring lines

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65
Q

A claim for cargo damages may be held against the ship owner if such damage is the result of failure of the ship’s officers to .

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ensure the fitness and safety of cargo spaces

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66
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A clause in the charter party requires a vessel’s owner to pay dispatch money when the vessel .

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loads and discharges its cargo in less time than specified

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67
Q

A combustible liquid with a flash point of 90°F would be grade .

A

D

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68
Q

A common class of wire rope is the 6X37 class. What does the 37 represent?

A

Number of wires per strand

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69
Q

A common occurrence when a vessel is running into shallow water is that
.

A

“squat” will cause a decrease in bottom clearance and an increase in draft

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70
Q

A complaint of unseaworthiness by a majority of crew members to the American Consul is found to be justified after a survey is completed. Who must pay the cost of the survey?

A

Master

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71
Q

A condition where two currents meet at the downstream end of a middle bar can be determined by a
.

A

V-shaped ripple with the point of the V pointing downstream

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72
Q

A continual worsening of the list or trim indicates .

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progressive flooding

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73
Q

A Contract of Affreightment covering the movement of a particular cargo from one designated port to another at a specified rate for each ton of goods loaded is called a .

A

voyage charter party

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74
Q

A contract of affreightment is a

.

A

Bill of Lading

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75
Q

A copy of the Articles of Agreement, less the signatures, is required to be posted. This document is called the
.

A

Forecastle Card

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76
Q

A crack in the deck plating of a vessel may be temporarily prevented from increasing in length by .

A

drilling a hole at each end of the crack

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77
Q

A crew has signed on for a 3-month voyage. Fourteen days into the voyage a seaman is improperly discharged at the first port of call.
How much pay is he entitled to receive?

A

14 days and one month’s extra

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78
Q

A crew member has just fallen overboard off your port side. Which action should you take?

A

Immediately put the rudder over hard left.

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79
Q

A Danforth lightweight anchor does NOT hold well in which type of bottom?

A

Grass

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80
Q

A deck beam does NOT .

A

lessen the longitudinal stiffness of the vessel

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81
Q

A deck fitting, used to secure line or wire rope, consisting of a single body with two protruding horns is called a
.

A

cleat

82
Q

A declaration made by the Master before a U.S. Consul, giving particulars regarding heavy weather or other incidents which may have caused damage to the vessel or cargo, through no fault of the vessel, her officers, or crew is a(n)
.

A

note of protest

83
Q

A deep draft VLCC (100,000 DWT+) navigating in a narrow channel or canal .

A

draws more water than when underway in deep water

84
Q

A deepwell pump is a type of

.

A

centrifugal pump

85
Q

A Deratization Exemption Certificate is valid for a period of .

A

6 months

86
Q

A design modification of an anchor chain which prevents kinking is the
.

A

stud link

87
Q

A device used to tighten up remaining slack in wire rope when you are making up to a tow in inland waters is a .

A

steamboat ratchet

88
Q

A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that .

A

the links lose strength if placed over corners

89
Q

A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it .

A

does not absorb shock

90
Q

A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it is .

A

heavy

91
Q

A disk with a horizontal line through its center, equivalent to the summer load line, is called the .

A

Plimsoll mark

92
Q

A document used to indicate suspected cargo damage caused by rough weather would be the
.

A

Master’s Note of Protest

93
Q

A document which has a list of names, birthplaces, and residences of persons employed on a merchant vessel bound from a U.S. port on a foreign voyage and is required at every port is called the .

A

Certified Crew List

94
Q

A drift lead indicates that the vessel is dragging anchor when the line is
.

A

taut and leading forward

95
Q

A face line is used to .

A

secure barges to the towboat

96
Q

A fid is a .

A

tapered wooden pin used when splicing heavy rope

97
Q

A fire has damaged 20 bales of cotton on a freighter loaded with general cargo. This claim would come under
.

A

particular average

98
Q

A flammable liquid having a Reid vapor pressure of 8½ P.S.I.A. or less and a flash point of 80°F or below is grade .

A

C

99
Q

A grapnel is a .

A

device used to drag for a submerged cable or line

100
Q

A Great Lakes bulk ore vessel would use an “Iron Deckhand” to assist in
.

A

removing hatch covers

101
Q

A Great Lakes vessel bound for Anticosti Island is exempt from the IMO Grain Regulations if the vessel meets all of the following standards EXCEPT .

A

slack surfaces should be in a mound

102
Q

A half-height container is used

.

A

to carry cargoes such as steel products or drums

103
Q

A heated bulkhead has the effect on a hygroscopic commodity of
.

A

raising the vapor pressure of the commodity

104
Q

A heavy steel curved arch constructed athwartships and above the after deck on a towing vessel is sometimes called a .

A

texas bar

105
Q

A heavy steel curved arch constructed athwartships and above the after deck on a towing vessel is sometimes called a .

A

Dutch tow bar

106
Q

A high cube container is designed specifically to .

A

carry low density cargoes

107
Q

A high cube container would most likely be used to stow .

A

household appliances

108
Q

A holder of a license as Master of towing vessels may work each 24 hours for a period not to exceed
.

A

12 hours

109
Q

A holder of a license as Operator of Uninspected Towing Vessels may work each 24 hours for a period not to exceed .

A

12 hours

110
Q

A hook that will release quickly is a

.

A

pelican hook

111
Q

A hygroscopic cargo is defined as a cargo .

A

capable of absorbing moisture in the form of a gas

112
Q

A journal kept by the officer of the watch in which day to day happenings are recorded regarding the deck department is the .

A

deck rough log

113
Q

A Kort nozzle is a(n) .

A

hollow tube surrounding the propeller used to improve thrust

114
Q

A large basin cut into the shore, closed off by a caisson, and used for dry docking of ships is known as a
.

A

graving dock

115
Q

A large vessel is equipped with a controllable pitch propeller. Which statement is TRUE?

A

When dead in the water, it is often difficult to find the neutral position and slight headway or sternway may result.

116
Q

A lashing used to secure three or four barges at a common corner, lashed in an “X” fashion, is called a
.

A

scissor wire

117
Q

A license for apprentice mate (steersman) of uninspected towing vessels shall be renewed within what time period before or after the expiration date?

A

12 months

118
Q

A license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard for apprentice mate (steersman) of Uninspected Towing Vessels is valid for .

A

5 years and must be renewed

119
Q

A license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard for Master of Towing Vessels is valid for .

A

5 years and must be renewed

120
Q

A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the Captain of which towing vessel?

A

375 GRT towing vessel operating between Texas and Puerto Rico

121
Q

A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the person in charge of which towing vessel?

A

349 GRT towing vessel operating between Florida and Puerto Rico

122
Q

A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the person in charge of which towing vessel?

A

405 GRT towing vessel operating between Florida and the US Virgin Islands

123
Q

A list man would expect to see any of the following light signals EXCEPT
.

A

one amber light

124
Q

A list signal of one white light indicates that the vessel is .

A

listing about 1° to the side the light is displayed on

125
Q

A load line certificate is valid for how many years?

A

5

126
Q

A load line is assigned by

.

A

a recognized classification society approved by the U.S. Coast Guard

127
Q

A long pole with a hook at one end, used to reach for lines, is known as a
.

A

pike pole

128
Q

A long splice in a line .

A

is used in running rigging

129
Q

A long ton is .

A

2,240 pounds

130
Q

A look-out at the bow sights an object on your port side. How many bell strokes should he sound?

A

Two

131
Q

A lookout can leave his station

.

A

only when properly relieved

132
Q

A lookout can leave his station

.

A

ONLY when properly relieved

133
Q

A look-out should report objects sighted using .

A

relative bearings

134
Q

A lot of special cargo of similar cartons as shown is to be loaded. What is the total cubic capacity the consignment will occupy if you assume 10% broken stowage?

A

65 cubic feet (2.0 cubic meters)

135
Q

A lot of special cargo of similar cartons is to be loaded aboard your vessel. You examine one of the cartons of the lot shown. What is the total cubic space the consignment will occupy? (Assume no broken stowage.)

A

58 cubic feet (1.7 cubic meters)

136
Q

A lot of special cargo of similar cartons, as shown, is to be loaded. What is the weight of the consignment?

A

1250 pounds

137
Q

A majority of the crew requests a survey from the American Consul to determine a vessel’s seaworthiness. The vessel is found unfit to continue her intended voyage. The Consul allows the vessel to sail to another port where deficiencies can be corrected. The crew must
.

A

comply with the judgment

138
Q

A man was sighted as he fell overboard. After completing a Williamson turn, the man is not sighted. What type of search should be conducted?

A

Sector search

139
Q

A maritime lien may be placed against

.

A

a vessel, cargo, or freight

140
Q

A Master should file a marine note of protest if .

A

the vessel encountered heavy weather which might have caused cargo damage

141
Q

A mechanical davit is designed to automatically .

A

lift the boat off the inboard chocks

142
Q

A metal eye spliced into a wire is called a .

A

thimble

143
Q

A metal object on the pier resembling a tree stump and made to receive mooring lines is a .

A

bollard

144
Q

A metal ring on the bottom of a block, to which the standing part of a tackle is spliced, is known as a(n)
.

A

becket

145
Q

A method used to make an eye in a bight of line where it cannot be spliced is known as .

A

seizing

146
Q

A monkey fist is found on a

.

A

heaving line

147
Q

A mooring line is described as being 6x24, 1-3/4 inch wire rope. What do the above numbers refer to?

A

Strands, wires, diameter

148
Q

A mooring line leading 45° to the keel, used to check forward or astern movement of a vessel, is called a
.

A

spring line

149
Q

A mooring line leading at nearly right angles to the keel is a .

A

breast line

150
Q

A mooring line that checks forward motion of a vessel at a pier is a
.

A

stern line

151
Q

A natural fiber rope can be ruined by dampness because it may
.

A

rot

152
Q

A new coil of nylon line should be opened by .

A

unreeling from a spool

153
Q

A new coil of nylon line should be opened by .

A

unreeling from a spool

154
Q

A new crewman reports on board. He must be trained in the use of the ship’s lifesaving appliances within what time period?

A

2 weeks

155
Q

A normal safe working load for used nylon rope in good condition is
.

A

25% of its breaking strain

156
Q

A Notice of Marine Casualty to a vessel must include .

A

the name of the owner or agent of the vessel

157
Q

A nylon line is rated at 12,000 lbs. breaking strain. Using a safety factor of 5, what is the safe working load (SWL)?

A

2,400 lbs.

158
Q

A nylon line is rated at 15,000 lbs. breaking strain. Using a safety factor of 5, what is the safe working load (SWL)?

A

3,000 lbs

159
Q

A package contains nitric acid solution and is radioactive. The radiation level at the package surface is .36 millirems per hour. How should this package be labeled?

A

Radioactive I and corrosive

160
Q

A partial deck in a hold is called a(n)

.

A

orlop deck

161
Q

A pelican hook .

A

can be released while under strain

162
Q

A periodic thorough examination of the cargo gear proves satisfactory. What percentage of the total gear must be dismantled to determine actual internal condition?

A

None

163
Q

A Permit to Proceed is issued by the

.

A

U.S. Coast Guard

164
Q

A person has fallen overboard and is being picked up with a lifeboat. If the person appears in danger of drowning, the lifeboat should make
.

A

the most direct approach

165
Q

A person is found operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol. He/she is liable for .

A

a civil penalty of not more than

$5,000

166
Q

A person who sees someone fall overboard should .

A

call for help and keep the individual in sight

167
Q

A petroleum liquid has a flash point of 135°Fahrenheit. This liquid is classed as a grade .

A

D combustible liquid

168
Q

A petroleum liquid has a flash point of 85°F. This is a grade .

A

D combustible liquid

169
Q

A piece of small stuff (small line) secured to an object to prevent it from going adrift is a .

A

lanyard

170
Q

A post on a dock or wharf used to secure mooring lines or hawsers is called a .

A

bollard

171
Q

A precaution you should take before bunkering is to .

A

plug the scuppers

172
Q

A predictable result of a vessel nearing a bank or edge of a channel is that the .

A

stern is drawn to the bank as the bow sheers off

173
Q

A proper look-out must be kept

.

A

at all times

174
Q

A racetrack turn would be better than a Williamson turn in recovering a man overboard if .

A

the sea water is very cold and the man is visible

175
Q

A relief valve for a cargo pump is generally installed .

A

between the pump and discharge valve

176
Q

A report of casualty to a vessel must include .

A

the name of the owner or agent of the vessel

177
Q

A rescue helicopter’s hoist area should have a radius of at least
.

A

50 feet of clear deck

178
Q

A rolling hitch can be used to

.

A

secure a line around a spar

179
Q

A rope ladder with wooden rungs is a

.

A

Jacob’s ladder

180
Q

A rope made of a combination of wire and fiber is known as .

A

spring lay

181
Q

A safety shackle is identified by its

.

A

pin

182
Q

A sail hook is used for .

A

sewing canvas

183
Q

A seam is indicated by which letter in illustration D033DG?

A

E

184
Q

A seaman about to be discharged has a Continuous Discharge Book. Which statement is TRUE?

A

The record of entry in the book must be submitted to the Coast Guard.

185
Q

A seaman assaults the Second Mate and injures him with a beer bottle while the ship is at sea. The incident is logged in the Official Logbook. In subsequent suspension and revocation proceedings against the seaman, according to the regulations,
.

A

the logbook entry is prima facie evidence of the facts if it complies with the law

186
Q

A seaman deserts the vessel in a foreign port. What should the Master do with any of the deserter’s personal effects remaining on board?

A

Transfer them to the appropriate district court of the

U.S. at the end of the voyage.

187
Q

A seaman dies during a voyage. What is NOT required to be entered into the Official Log?

A

Statement that the Master has taken custody of the deceased’s MMD and passport

188
Q

A seaman is entitled by law to a release from Foreign Articles when
.

A

the vessel is overloaded

189
Q

A seaman is entitled by law to a release from Foreign Articles when
.

A

the vessel is overloaded

190
Q

A seaman is reported missing in the morning and was last seen after coming off the mid-watch. Which type of turn would you use to return to the track-line steamed during the night?

A

Williamson

191
Q

A seaman leaves a vessel before it sails from a foreign port. He informs the Chief Officer that he won’t return. After the vessel sails, the Chief Officer finds the seaman’s work clothes in his locker. How should the Master handle this matter?

A

Log the seaman as a deserter.

192
Q

A seaman lost his continuous discharge book during the voyage. Upon discharge from Articles, he should be issued a .

A

Certificate of Discharge with the white copy forwarded to the Commandant

193
Q

A seaman may have all or part of his wages deposited by allotment to a bank or savings institution. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for this type of allotment?

A

The account must be either a checking or savings account.

194
Q

A seaman may not make an allotment to his .

A

mother-in-law

195
Q

A seaman signed on articles on 16 January 1987 and signed off on 2 March 1987. How should you enter this under the Time of Service column in the articles?

A

46 Days

196
Q

A seaman you have just discharged has a Continuous Discharge Book. Which statement is TRUE?

A

The record of entry in the continuous discharge book shall agree with the entry made in the Ship’s Articles.

197
Q

A serving mallet is used in

.

A

covering wire or fiber rope

198
Q

A set of interior steps on a ship leading up to a deck from below is know as .

A

a companion way

199
Q

A sheave is a .

A

grooved wheel in a block

200
Q

A shipper of cargo aboard your vessel offers a letter of indemnity for the cargo. This is done in order to obtain a(n) .

A

Clean Bill of Lading

Maritime - USCG License Prep (20 decks)

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