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Cuando el centro de gravedad coincide con el metacentro, se dice que el buqueWhen the centre of gravity coincides with the metacentre, the vessel
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Correct answer: c) Is in neutral equilibrium.
Why it is correct
With G at M there is no moment to right or capsize. The boat stays where it is put.
Why the others are not
- a) No righting moment.
- b) That is G above M.
- d) Unrelated.
How to work it out in the exam
- G = M: neutral.
Where this question comes from
- Región de Murcia · 2019 · 1ª convocatoria · PY Tipo 1 · question 4 Official paper · Official answer key
- Región de Murcia · 2024 · 1ª convocatoria · PY Tipo 1 · question 10 Official paper · Official answer key
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