Question 1956Deck Safety70% to pass
What term indicates the immersed body of the vessel forward of the parallel mid- body?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) Entrance.
The term "entrance" refers to the immersed body of the vessel forward of the parallel midbody. This is the portion of the hull that tapers and transitions from the flat midbody to the bow, allowing the vessel to move through the water efficiently.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) Run refers to the aft portion of the vessel's hull, not the forward section.
B) Flare refers to the outward curve of the bow above the waterline, not the underwater profile.
D) Sheer refers to the upward curve of the deck from bow to stern, not the underwater shape.
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