When making a turn (course change) on most merchant ships, the vessel will heel outwards if __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — G is above the center of lateral resistance

When a vessel turns, the centrifugal force acts at the center of gravity, while the hydrodynamic resistance acts at the center of lateral resistance. If the center of gravity is above the center of lateral resistance, the resulting couple causes the vessel to heel outward during the turn.