USCG Exam PracticeKnots, Bends, and Hitches
Nylon line is preferred for dock and anchor lines primarily because of which characteristic?
- A. It floats, making recovery easier if the line goes overboard.
- ✓ It has high strength and excellent shock absorption.Correct
- C. It is unaffected by UV exposure over long periods.
- D. It retains full strength when wet.
Why B is correct
The Boatswain's Manual identifies nylon as the most common dock and anchor line due to its high strength and excellent shock absorption. Polypropylene, not nylon, is the line that floats. Nylon loses approximately 10–15% of its strength when wet, and the manual does not claim nylon is UV-resistant.