Which section is extended from the bed section?

Which section is extended from the bed section?

• A. Rungs
• B. Rail
• C. Halyard
• D. Fly

Answer: (D)

Ladder terminology is being tested here. In an extension ladder, the lower piece is the bed (base) section, and the part that slides out from it to gain height is called the fly. The fly extends from the bed and is then locked in place for use. The other terms describe parts that don’t extend: rungs are the steps, rails are the side supports, and halyard is the rope used to raise or lower the fly. So the section that is extended from the bed section is the fly.