Which knot is used to join two pieces of webbing by connecting their ends in a flat, non-load-bearing seam?

• A. Water Knot
• B. Girth Hitch
• C. Prusik Hitch
• D. Double Fisherman's Knot

Answer: (A)

When joining two ends of webbing in a flat, non-load-bearing seam, you want a knot that sits flush along the strap and is simple to inspect. The Water Knot is designed exactly for this purpose: it ties the ends together in a way that forms a flat, low-profile seam that lies along the webbing, making it easy to pass through buckles and comfortable to wear. It’s appropriate for light-duty joins or temporary extensions of webbing. The other knots aren’t suited for this use: a Girth Hitch connects a strap to an object rather than linking two webbing ends; a Prusik Hitch is a friction hitch around a rope used for climbing or ascending, not for joining webbing ends; and a Double Fisherman’s Knot is meant for joining ropes and creates a bulky knot that doesn’t lie flat on webbing.