Deck General USCG Question #2398 (Set 76)

Which statement is FALSE about using a wire bridle on an ocean tow?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — The strength of each leg should be at least one-half that of the main towing hawser.

Standard marine engineering and towing practices dictate that each leg of a wire bridle must possess a breaking strength at least equal to or greater than the main hawser, not just one-half.

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