Question 1758Deck Safety70% to pass
During counterflooding to correct a severe list aggravated by an off-center load, your vessel suddenly takes a list to the opposite side. You should _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) immediately stop counterflooding.
When a vessel suddenly takes a list to the opposite side during counterflooding to correct a severe list, the immediate response should be to stop the counterflooding. Continuing counterflooding in the same or opposite direction could exacerbate the list and lead to further instability. Instead, the safest action is to cease the counterflooding and assess the situation to determine the appropriate next steps to restore the vessel's stability. The other options, such as continuing counterflooding or deballasting, could further destabilize the vessel and should be avoided in this scenario.
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