Question 4185 Deck General

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The turning circle of a vessel making a turn over 360 degrees is the path followed by the _______________.

A center of gravity
B centerline
C bridge
D bow
AI Explanation

You are correct, the answer is A) center of gravity. The turning circle of a vessel is the path followed by the center of gravity of the vessel as it makes a 360-degree turn. This is the standard definition used in maritime navigation and ship handling principles. The other options are incorrect because the centerline (B) and the bridge (C) do not represent the overall turning path of the vessel, and the bow (D) is just one specific point on the vessel that does not capture the full turning circle.

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