Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #2050 (Set 62)

When inclined to an angle of list, the value of the righting arm is __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — zero

By definition, when a vessel is inclined to its true static angle of loll, the righting arm (GZ) is zero. The vessel remains in unstable equilibrium at this specific angle until external disturbing forces or weight adjustments alter the center of gravity.

100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.