USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 9 • Question #253 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room If the cause of severe list, or trim is due to off-center ballast, counter flooding into empty tanks will __________.
A
increase the righting moment
B
increase the righting arm
C
increase list or trim
D
decrease list or trim
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'If the cause of severe list, or trim is due to off-center ballast, counter flooding into empty tanks will', the mandated standard is: 'decrease list or trim'.
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