Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Q#3249 (Set 92)

If the vertical center of gravity (VCG) of a ship rises, the righting arm (GZ) for the various angles of inclination will __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — decrease

Under USCG Deck Safety, SOLAS Chapter III, and 46 CFR regulations, when addressing 'If the vertical center of gravity (VCG) of a ship rises, the righting arm (GZ) for the various angles of inclination will', the mandated standard is: 'decrease'.

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