Definition
Direct answer
Shallower sling angles increase leg tension for the same supported load. On the NCCCO Practice Test, treat As sling angle from horizontal decreases, what generally happens to tension in each sling leg as a concept to understand, not an answer letter to memorize. Review how it affects safety, code interpretation, jobsite decisions, or timed problem solving, then answer a short practice set tied to Crane safety concepts, Basic load chart practice, Signals and communication.
How to use this answer
Read the answer once, then prove it by choosing an answer in a practice question before looking at the explanation. If the miss repeats, tag the domain as Rigging and drill a smaller set before returning to mixed practice.
Prep path
NCCCO Study Guide
Independent NCCCO study guide for mobile crane core concepts, load charts, rigging, site setup, and safety practice.
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Public NCCCO Practice Test sample questions with explanations.
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