What is meant by the hook bearing capacity and how is it used?

What is meant by the hook bearing capacity and how is it used?

• A. The color rating of the hook's surface.
• B. The material's tensile strength of the crane hook.
• C. The maximum load the hook's shank and bearing surfaces can safely carry; it must not be exceeded to avoid hook failure.
• D. The rated lifting speed.

Answer: (C)