Question 5081 Deck General

The correct answer is B) stability. The motions of a vessel like the COASTAL DRILLER during normal transit with wind speeds less than 70 knots are primarily limited by the vessel's stability, not its leg strength, wave heights, or deck edge immersion. Vessel stability is a critical factor that determines how the ship will respond to environmental conditions and external forces. Proper stability ensures the vessel can safely operate without excessive rolling, pitching, or heeling that could compromise safety or structural integrity. The other options are not the primary limiting factors for a vessel's motions in typical coastal transit conditions.