Which statement is TRUE concerning the gooseneck?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — It connects the boom to the mast and allows the boom to swing freely.
The gooseneck is the heavy universal joint or pivot fitting that connects the forward end of the boom to the mast, allowing the boom freedom of movement vertically and horizontally.
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