A7. The ship’s center of gravity, is the point at
which all weights of the ship may be
considered to be concentrated. The force of
gravity is considered as acting straight
downward, through the center of gravity, at
right angles to the waterline. (1) True
A8. Detailed informationconcerning changes in
the center of gravity of a ship can be obtained
from which of the following NSTMs?
(1) NSTM, chapter 096
A9. Which of the following terms is used to
describe water or other liquid that has a free
surface? (4) Loose water
A10. What effect does pocketing have on stability?
(1) Improves stability
A11. Which of the following effects does NOT
alter the stability characteristics of a ship
when you have loose water? (4) Added
Buoyancy
A12. What does longitudinal stability resist?
(1) Change in trim