Question 3983Deck General70% to pass
A vessel will "squat" when it proceeds underway _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) in all depths of water.
Vessel squat is a phenomenon that occurs when a vessel is underway, regardless of the depth of water. As a vessel moves through the water, it creates a pressure wave that causes the water level around the vessel to decrease. This results in the vessel sitting lower in the water, or "squatting." This effect occurs in all depths of water, not just in shallow water or narrow channels. The other options are incorrect because they suggest that squat only occurs in specific water conditions, when in reality, it is a general phenomenon that affects vessels in all depths of water.
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