Which will be a result of removing on-deck containers?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Metacentric height will increase
Removing high-weight cargo such as on-deck containers lowers the vessel's overall center of gravity (KG). Since metacentric height is the difference between KM and KG, reducing KG directly results in an increased metacentric height (GM) and enhanced initial stability.
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