PSF Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 24 of 30

The initial metacentric height shall not be less than.

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Direct Answer

Option A: 0.15 m

Under the IMO Intact Stability Code (2008 IS Code) Section 2.2.4, the initial metacentric height (GM0) for passenger and cargo ships must not be less than 0.15 meters in all loading conditions.

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0.15 m (Correct Answer)

0.30 m

0.45 m

1.50 m

Detailed Explanation & Context

Under the IMO Intact Stability Code (2008 IS Code) Section 2.2.4, the initial metacentric height (GM0) for passenger and cargo ships must not be less than 0.15 meters in all loading conditions.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF).

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