A foundation knot for the figure 8 on a bend and follow through is the _____________?

• A. Figure Eight Knot
• B. Overhand Knot
• C. Reef Knot
• D. Square Knot

Answer: (A)

The important idea here is recognizing that this technique builds from a basic figure-eight knot. Tying a Figure Eight Knot provides a stable, easy-to-inspect foundation that you can wrap around the second rope (the bend) and then thread through to complete the Figure Eight on a Bend with follow-through. The figure-eight is preferred because it’s reliable under load and relatively easy to untie afterward, which is why it’s used as the starting knot for this sequence. The other knots listed serve different purposes and don’t form the correct base for this specific setup: an overhand knot tends to jam and isn’t ideal as a foundation for a bend and follow-through, while reef and square knots are binding joins that don’t provide the appropriate structure for this technique.