For a MODU with longitudinal inclination, an increase in GML causes __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — trim to decrease
A larger longitudinal metacentric height (GML) provides greater resistance to changes in pitch. Therefore, as GML increases relative to longitudinal weight shifts, the resulting trim moment produces a smaller angular deflection, causing the overall trim to decrease.
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