Deck Rules (Supplementary) USCG Q#1900 (Set 5)

What term indicates the immersed body of the vessel forward of the parallel mid- body?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Entrance

The entrance is defined as the forward underwater body of a ship extending from the forward perpendicular to the beginning of the parallel mid-body. Its fine lines are specifically designed to smoothly part the water and minimize hydrodynamic resistance during forward propulsion.

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