Question 1856 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) baseline. The baseline is a reference line used in naval architecture and ship design to define the dimensions and measurements of a vessel. It is typically represented by a horizontal line at the bottom of the vessel's profile, as shown by symbol 2 in the illustration D041DG. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) Displacement refers to the volume of water displaced by the vessel, not a specific point or line on the diagram. C) The bilge level is the lowest internal point of the vessel's hull, which is not represented by symbol 2. D) The beam limit is the maximum allowable width of the vessel, which is not shown by this specific symbol in the illustration.