A negative metacentric height __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — should always be immediately corrected
A negative metacentric height indicates an unstable condition where the center of gravity is above the metacenter, creating a capsizing couple. Under 46 CFR principles, this requires immediate corrective action, such as ballasting or shifting weights, to restore positive initial stability.
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