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¿En qué dirección debemos trasladar un peso situado en la cubierta principal si queremos corregir una escora a estribor y aumentar la altura metacéntrica para que el buque sea más estable?Which way should a weight on the main deck move to correct a starboard heel and increase metacentric height for more stability?
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Correct answer: b) To port and below the main deck.
Why it is correct
Moving it to port corrects the heel and lowering it lowers G, raising GM. Together they add stability.
Why the others are not
- a) GM can be raised.
- c) Raising it reduces GM.
- d) Option b is correct.
How to work it out in the exam
- To the high side and down.
Where this question comes from
- Región de Murcia · 2024 · 3ª convocatoria · PY Tipo 1 · question 1 Official paper · Official answer key
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