The jettisoning of topside weight from a MODU serves what purpose?

Correct Answer: Option D — It lowers the center of gravity.

Jettisoning high-level or topside weights removes mass located far above the keel, which decreases the vessel's overall vertical center of gravity (KG). Lowering KG increases the metacentric height (GM), thereby enhancing stability and restoring positive righting arms for damaged or unstable MODUs.