When elevated, placing the LCG and TCG at the leg centroid provides __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — equal leg reactions
Aligning the center of gravity (LCG and TCG) with the geometric leg centroid ensures symmetrical weight distribution. This results in uniform load sharing and equal vertical reactions across all supporting legs when the unit is fully elevated.
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