Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Splicing is a method of joining ends of two ropes together or making an eye at the end of the rope.
Statement II: Eye splicing is a method of joining two ropes without increasing the thickness over the area of splice.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
• C. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
• D. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.

Hint:

A short splice is the strongest way to join two ropes but it doubles the thickness. A long splice maintains the thickness but is slightly weaker. An eye splice creates a loop.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Rope work is essential in the fishing industry. Splicing is the process of joining two ropes or creating a loop (eye) at the end of a rope by untwisting the strands and weaving them back together. Splicing is significantly stronger than tying knots.
Detailed Explanation:
Analysis of Statement I: Splicing is indeed the standard method used to join two ropes permanently (Short Splice or Long Splice) or to form a permanent loop at the end of a rope (Eye Splice). Therefore, Statement I is a correct definition.

Analysis of Statement II: An Eye Splice is specifically used to make a loop (an "eye"), not to join two separate ropes together. Furthermore, any splice (except a Long Splice) increases the thickness of the rope at the point of the weave because the strands are doubled up. A "Long Splice" is used when the rope must pass through a block or pulley without jamming, but an Eye Splice by its very nature creates a bulky loop. Thus, Statement II is incorrect on both counts: its purpose and its effect on thickness.

Step 2: Final Answer:
Statement I is correct as a general definition of splicing, but Statement II is incorrect regarding the specific function and physical outcome of an eye splice.