USCG USCG Safety Deck
Set 2 • Question #33 of 105
Launch Interactive Practice Room What is the definition of transverse metacenter?
A
The distance between the actual center of gravity and the maximum center of gravity that will still allow a positive stability.
B
The point to which G may rise and still permit the vessel to possess positive stability.
✓ Correct Answer
C
The sum of the center of buoyancy and the center of gravity.
D
The transverse shift of the center of buoyancy as a vessel rolls.
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under USCG Deck Safety, SOLAS Chapter III, and 46 CFR regulations, when addressing 'What is the definition of transverse metacenter', the mandated standard is: 'The point to which G may rise and still permit the vessel to possess positive stability.'.
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