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1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability

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Heavy cargo is loaded onto the upper deck of a cargo ship rather than in the lower hold.

How does this affect the overall centre of mass of the loaded ship and its stability?

A

It raises the centre of mass and makes the ship less stable.

B

It raises the centre of mass and makes the ship more stable.

C

It lowers the centre of mass and makes the ship less stable.

D

It lowers the centre of mass and makes the ship more stable.

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