Question 10 of 30
Most lifeboats are equipped with which type of rudder configuration?
A
Balanced rudder
B
Unbalanced rudder
C
Flap rudder
D
Semi-balanced rudder
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: Unbalanced rudder.
Most lifeboats utilize an unbalanced rudder configuration, which is simpler to design and maintain, providing adequate maneuverability for the relatively low speeds at which lifeboats travel.