Which end of a line is typically used to haul and may be tied to a load?

• A. Running end
• B. Standing part
• C. Bitter end
• D. Working end

Answer: (A)

The running end is the part of the line you actively haul with, and it’s the end you tie to a load to transfer your force. The standing part is the portion of rope that stays fixed to an object or anchor, not being pulled. The bitter end is the very tail end of the rope, typically secured or tucked away and not used for hauling. The working end is the portion you manipulate to form knots or wraps, which often overlaps with the running end when you’re actively handling the line, but for hauling a load the moving, force-applied end is the running end.