Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #2231 (Set 68)

Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 23.0 feet, and the drafts are: FWD 15'-03", AFT 15'-09"; at what angle will the vessel lose positive stability?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 90°

Shallow drafts and a moderate KG of 23.0 feet provide a high reserve buoyancy and favorable form stability, extending the positive righting arm out to a vanishing angle of 90 degrees.

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