In a multi-anchor system, what is true about Self Equalizing anchors?

• A. They are used in multi anchor systems, and if one anchor fails, others take the load
• B. They require only a single anchor
• C. They never fail
• D. They must be legally anchored to a fixed structure

Answer: (A)

Self-equalizing anchors are used in a multi-anchor setup to share the load among several anchor points. The arrangement connects to a common master point so the force from the rope is distributed rather than put on a single point. This equalization automatically adjusts as forces change, so if one anchor starts to fail or pulls out, the remaining anchors take up the load. The result is added redundancy and a lower risk of a sudden, complete failure.

That’s why this option is correct: it highlights both the use in a multi-anchor system and the way the load is redistributed if one anchor fails. The idea that you only need a single anchor, that they never fail, or that they must be attached to a fixed structure does not fit the concept of self-equalizing anchors.