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USCG Exam PracticeAnchoring and mooring operations

Which mooring line runs forward from the stern toward the bow of the vessel?

  1. A. Bow line
  2. B. Forward spring
  3. ✓ After springCorrect
  4. D. Stern line

Why C is correct

The after spring runs forward from the stern. The forward spring runs aft from the bow. These two lines prevent the vessel from moving ahead or astern along the dock.

Cited:USCG Boatswain Manual Ch. 2 §2.1

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