What type of knots are used when performing single cord lacing or tying?

• A. Bowline and square knot
• B. Square knot and clove hitch
• C. Clove hitch and bowline
• D. Figure eight and overhand

Answer: (B)

Single cord lacing relies on knots that both secure the lace ends and anchor the lace to the structure. The square knot is ideal for finishing or joining two ends because it lies flat and holds securely without adding bulk or slipping under tension. The clove hitch, used to anchor the lace to a frame or post, grips well as the cord is tightened and is quick to tie or adjust as you work. Together, these two knots provide a reliable way to perform single cord lacing: the square knot seals the end, and the clove hitch holds the lace in place on the surface or around a support. Other knots are designed for loops or stoppers and don’t fit the practical needs of lacing the bundle as neatly or securely.