The wire which is connected so as to provide stability and support to transmission line poles is known as: (See Figure below)
- Ground wire
- Support Syst
- Guy wire
- Friendly cable
Correct answer: 3. Guy wire
Explanation: The wire which is connected so as to provide stability and support to transmission line poles is known as guy wire. Guy wire also is known as a guy. It is a tensioned cable which is designed to add stability to a free-standing structure.
These are not only used with transmission lines but are popular with ship masts, radio masts, and wind turbines as well.