Certified Arborist Practice Exam

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What is secured by a hitch?

Chainsaw
Helmet
Rope
Carabiner

The correct answer is: Rope

The correct answer is rope. In the context of climbing and arboriculture, a hitch is a type of knot that is used to secure a rope to another object. Hitches are essential for creating a secure connection that will hold the load without slipping, ensuring safety when working at heights. While a chainsaw, helmet, and carabiner are important tools and equipment in arboriculture, they do not inherently involve a hitch in their standard usage. A chainsaw is typically operated without any need for a hitch, while a helmet is a safety device that protects the head but does not involve securing a load. A carabiner can be used in conjunction with a hitch to create a secure connection, but it itself is not something that is impacted by the hitch directly. Thus, the rope is the primary element that is secured by a hitch in climbing and rigging scenarios.