Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1691 (Set 52)

The vertical motion of a floating vessel is known as __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — heave

Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'The vertical motion of a floating vessel is known as', the mandated standard is: 'heave'.

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