Question 4758 Deck General

The correct answer is C) a continual worsening of list or trim. The worsening of a vessel's list or trim over time is a clear indication of progressive flooding, where water continues to accumulate in the vessel. This would occur as water enters and fills compartments, causing the vessel's stability and buoyancy to deteriorate. The other answer choices, while potentially relevant to flooding, do not necessarily indicate a progressive, worsening situation. Ballast control alarms (A) may simply indicate a flooding event, not necessarily a progressive one. Excessive list or trim (B) could be a one-time occurrence. And excessive draft (D) would be a result of the flooding, not a direct indicator of its progression.