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Una embarcación presenta equilibrio inestable cuando:A boat is in unstable equilibrium when:
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Correct answer: c) The metacentre is below the centre of gravity.
Why it is correct
With M below G, heeling creates a moment that capsizes further. It is unstable.
Why the others are not
- a) Stable.
- b) Meaningless.
- d) Neutral.
How to work it out in the exam
- M below G: unstable.
Where this question comes from
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de abril · PY Test 1 · question 2 Official paper · Official answer key
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de abril · PY Test 2 · question 5 Official paper · Official answer key
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