Arkansas Boating Practice Exam

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Why would you need 2 strong safety chains crisscrossed?

To tie down the boat securely
To support the trailer's coupler
For emergency towing purposes
To lock the steering wheel when parked

The correct answer is: To support the trailer's coupler

Strong safety chains crisscrossed are used to support the trailer's coupler mainly to provide added protection in case the main hitch fails. This prevents the trailer from completely dislodging from the tow vehicle and causing a potential accident. Option A may also be necessary for securely tying down the boat, but it is not the primary reason for using the chains in this manner. Option C is incorrect as emergency towing is typically performed by a tow truck or another vehicle, not by crisscrossing safety chains. Option D is also incorrect as safety chains are not intended for locking the steering wheel.