Aboard a MODU, multiplying a load's weight by the distance of the load's center of gravity from the centerline results in the load's __________.

Correct Answer: Option B — transverse moment

Multiplying a load's weight by the transverse distance of its center of gravity from the vessel's centerline yields the transverse moment. This fundamental calculation in ship stability is essential for determining list, heel, and correcting transverse weight shifts on MODUs and ships.