Question: Q 1 . ( See question 1 7 ) A barge of constant triangular cross section is 5 4 . 8 6 m long with

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A barge of constant triangular cross section is 54.86 m long with a beam of 7.32 m , floats in fresh water with a draft of 2.74 m . A weight of 15 tonnes (already on board) is shifted 3.0 m across the deck, and the resulting heel angle is 2.3 degrees. Determine KG for the barge:
i) As inclined.
ii) With the weight removed (if it was 6.10 m above the keel).
Q 1 . ( See question 1 7 ) A barge of constant

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