A floating body is in stable state. Which one of the following is correct?
- A. The centre of gravity of the body is above its centre of buoyancy.
- B. The centre of gravity of the body is below its centre of buoyancy.
- C. The centre of gravity of the body coincides with its centre of buoyancy.
- D. The centre of gravity of the body is below the metacentre. ✓
Correct Answer: D. The centre of gravity of the body is below the metacentre.
Explanation
For a floating body to be in a stable equilibrium, the metacentre must be located above the centre of gravity of the body.
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