GM cannot be used as an indicator of stability at all angles of inclination because __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — M is not fixed at large angles
Metacentric height is strictly valid for small angles. At large angles of inclination, the shape of the underwater hull changes significantly, causing the metacenter (M) to shift position, rendering GM invalid as a stability indicator.
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