When the height of the metacenter is greater than the height of the center of gravity a vessel has which type of stability?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Stable
When the metacenter height exceeds the center of gravity height (KM > KG), the vessel possesses a positive metacentric height (GM), ensuring stable equilibrium and reliable righting moments in compliance with maritime stability standards.
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