Deck Rules (Supplementary) USCG Question #1988 (Set 6)

Initial stability is indicated by __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — GM

Initial stability is quantified by GM, representing the distance between the center of gravity and the metacenter, governing the vessel's initial resistance to listing when subjected to external heel forces.

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