What is the prusik knot used for?

Ascending a rope.

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  1. Making a decorative pattern
  2. Ascending a rope ✔
  3. Tying a boat to a pier

Why: The prusik is used for ascending a rope.

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Answer: Ascending a rope. The prusik is used for ascending a rope.

  1. Knot en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knot
    Prusik for ascending a rope
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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