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What is the purpose of a kernmantle rope in rope rescue?
A. To provide maximum stretch
✔✔ B. To offer a strong core with a protective sheath
C. To absorb water during wet rescues
D. To replace webbing in high-angle operations
What does "static rope" mean in rescue operations?
✔✔ A. A rope with minimal stretch used for rappelling and hauling
B. A rope that cannot be used with pulleys
C. A rope that recoils after tension
D. A rope designed for water rescue only
Why is dynamic rope not preferred in rope rescue?
A. It is too heavy
✔✔ B. It stretches too much under load
C. It is prone to melting
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,D. It has a metal core
What part of a kernmantle rope carries most of the load?
A. The outer sheath
✔✔ B. The inner core (kern)
C. The knots
D. The middle mark
What is the best method to clean a rope after use in muddy conditions?
A. Use harsh chemicals
B. Throw it in a dryer
✔✔ C. Wash it with mild soap and water
D. Soak it in gasoline to remove grime
What should always be inspected before using any rope in rescue?
A. The bag it was stored in
✔✔ B. The full length of the rope for cuts, burns, or abrasions
C. The harness that will be attached
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, D. The color of the sheath
Which knot is commonly used to tie two ropes together in rope rescue?
A. Figure-eight follow-through
B. Clove hitch
✔✔ C. Double fisherman’s knot
D. Prusik hitch
What is the function of a Prusik knot in a rope system?
✔✔ A. Acts as a friction hitch for progress capture or ascending
B. Secures a patient to a backboard
C. Provides a backup light source
D. Closes rope bags
What does the term "haul line" refer to?
A. A rope used only by the command team
B. A line used in trench rescue
✔✔ C. The rope used to pull a load or rescuer upward
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