The righting moment created by a MODU that displaces 15,000 tons with a righting arm (GZ) of 0.02 foot is __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — 300 foot-tons
Righting moment represents the turning force restoring a vessel to upright and equals displacement multiplied by the righting arm (GZ). Multiplying 15,000 tons displacement by a GZ of 0.02 foot yields 300 foot-tons, complying with standard marine stability calculation methods outlined in naval architecture references.
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