Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Q#2145 (Set 66)

The two points that act together to trim a ship are the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — LCG and LCB

Longitudinal Center of Gravity (LCG) and Longitudinal Center of Buoyancy (LCB) generate the primary opposing forces whose separation distance (trimming arm) creates the rotational moment governing vessel trim.

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