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Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a vessel, which condition could cause a list?

Question 1 of 27070

Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a vessel, which condition could cause a list?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Difference between list and trim in ship stability • Effect of moving weights vertically (raising KG) on metacentric height (GM) and the possibility of an angle of loll • How even transverse weight distribution affects whether the cause is asymmetry or loss of stability

💭 Think About

• First, decide which options describe a condition that changes transverse stability (GM) rather than just trimming the vessel forward or aft. • Think about what happens when weights are moved upward while lower spaces are left empty: how does this affect the ship’s center of gravity and its tendency to sit upright? • Consider whether a small positive righting arm or KG less than KM would normally make a ship list if the weights are evenly distributed from side to side.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which options would raise KG and possibly make GM very small or negative, even though weights are symmetric side-to-side. • Eliminate any choice that mainly affects longitudinal balance (trim) instead of causing a permanent heel to one side. • Check which option describes conditions commonly associated with an angle of loll: upright symmetry but insufficient transverse stability leading to a list.

Question 1 of 27070

Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a vessel, which condition could cause a list?

Having KG smaller than KM

Empty double bottoms and lower holds, and a heavy deck cargo

Having a small positive righting arm

Flooding the forepeak to correct the vessel's trim

Question 1 / 2707066636eec28f7522a1c51bfff

Question 1 of 2707066636eec28f7522a1c51bfff

Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a vessel, which condition could cause a list?

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Question 1 of 27070

Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a vessel, which condition could cause a list?