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You have approximately 60 tons of fish on deck. What will be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 8 feet? (total displacement is 960 tons)

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Center of gravity shift formula for weight moved vertically: GG₁ = (w × d) / Δ • Meaning of displacement (Δ) vs. weight shifted (w) • Effect of moving weight downward on the vessel’s stability and KG (height of center of gravity)

💭 Think About

• First, compute the moment created by shifting the weight using the vertical distance given. • Then, relate that moment to the vessel’s total displacement to find how far the overall center of gravity moves. • Think about whether shifting weight downward makes KG increase or decrease, and whether the shift distance should be a large or small fraction of the 8 feet.

✅ Before You Answer

• Be sure to use consistent units (all in tons and feet). • Confirm you are dividing by total displacement (960 tons), not by the weight moved. • Check that your final shift distance is less than the 8-foot movement and seems reasonable for moving 60 tons on a 960‑ton vessel.

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