MCA 032-74 Stability and Structure Practice Questions - MCA SQA Chief Mate-Master Unlimited Paper 032-74 - Stability and Structure Exam - MCA 032-74 Stability and Structure Practice Questions - MCA SQA Chief Mate-Master Unlimited Paper 032-74

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of an inclining test on a ship?

To measure the vessel's maximum service speed in calm water To determine lightship displacement and the vertical centre of gravity (KG) To calibrate the magnetic compass deviation table To establish the vessel's ultimate longitudinal bending strength

Correct Answer:

To determine lightship displacement and the vertical centre of gravity (KG)

Question 2

On which occasion must an inclining test normally be undertaken?

After every routine dry-docking with only antifouling applied When the ship is new or after major structural alterations that change lightship weight or KG Whenever the vessel changes trading area from tropical to summer zone Only when the master requests a voluntary stability check

Correct Answer:

When the ship is new or after major structural alterations that change lightship weight or KG

Question 3

During an inclining test, which precaution best improves accuracy of the measured angles of heel?

Conduct the test in a strong beam wind to magnify heel Ensure the vessel is free-floating, upright as practicable, with minimal free surface and slack moorings Fill all tanks to 50% to create a consistent free surface Keep heavy cargo gear swinging to average KG

Correct Answer:

Ensure the vessel is free-floating, upright as practicable, with minimal free surface and slack moorings

Question 4

An inclining test uses a total heeling weight of 20 t moved 12.0 m across the deck. Mean heel is 2.5 degrees and displacement at the test condition is 4000 t. Approximately what is GG1 (transverse shift of G)?

0.024 m 0.060 m 0.120 m 0.240 m

Correct Answer:

0.060 m

Question 5

Why can lightship displacement and KG change over a vessel's life even without a major conversion?

Because seawater density permanently increases each year Because of cumulative small weight growth (stores, paint, sludge, modifications) and redistribution of permanent weights Because KM from hydrostatics is recalculated every voyage Because free surface in cargo tanks permanently raises lightship KG

Correct Answer:

Because of cumulative small weight growth (stores, paint, sludge, modifications) and redistribution of permanent weights

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