When joining two lines of unequal size under moderate strain, which bend is most appropriate?

A. Square knot
B. Clove hitch
✓ Sheet (becket) bendCorrect
D. Rolling hitch

Why C is correct

NAVEDTRA 14067 §3-2 states the sheet (becket) bend joins two lines, especially of unequal size, and holds better than a square knot. The square knot is not trusted for joining lines under strain, and the clove hitch and rolling hitch are hitches, not bends for joining two lines.

Cited:NAVEDTRA 14067 §3-2

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