If the vertical center of gravity (VCG) of a ship rises 1.7 feet, the righting arm (GZ) for the various angles of inclination will ______.A.decreaseB.increaseC.remain unchangedD.be changed by the amount of GG’ x cosine of the angle

If the vertical center of gravity (VCG) of a ship rises 1.7 feet, the righting arm (GZ) for the various angles of inclination will ______.

A.decrease

B.increase

C.remain unchanged

D.be changed by the amount of GG’ x cosine of the angle


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