Which knot is the starting knot when tying wires together?

• A. Clove Hitch
• B. Square Knot
• C. Reef Knot
• D. Bowline

Answer: (A)

A knot that grips a bundle or round object and serves as a quick, adjustable anchor is ideal for starting a wire tie, and that’s what the clove hitch does. It’s two wraps around the bundle with the ends crossing under, which locks the knot onto the cylindrical wire grouping and lets you tighten or reposition before finishing off. This makes it reliable for holding the wires in place as you complete the tying or wrapping process. The other options are generally used for different tasks: the square reef knot is meant for joining rope ends and can slip under uneven tension, while the bowline creates a fixed loop and isn’t used to anchor a bundle; thus they aren’t suited as the starting knot when tying wires together.