This physics problem tests your understanding of fundamental physical laws and their applications. The step-by-step solution below breaks down the problem using relevant equations and physical reasoning.
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To calculate the distance of the Centre of Gravity (CG) from amidships, we use the principle of moments. We'll consider amidships as the reference point (0 m). Distances aft of amidships will be negative, and distances forward of amidships will be positive. Step 1: Define the masses and their positions relative to amidships. • Masses aft of amidships: • M_1 = 800 tonnes at x_1 = -60 m • M_2 = 1200 tonnes at x_2 = -35 m • M_3 = 2000 tonnes at x_3 = -11 m • Masses forward of amidships: • M_4 = 1000 tonnes at x_4 = 15 m • M_5 = 1000 tonnes at x_5 = 30 m • M_6 = 500 tonnes at x_6 = 50 m Step 2: Calculate the total moment about amidships. The total moment is the sum of (mass × distance) for all components. Total Moment = (M_1 x_1) + (M_2 x_2) + (M_3 x_3) + (M_4 x_4) + (M_5 x_5) + (M_6 x_6) Total Moment = (800 × -60) + (1200 × -35) + (2000 × -11) + (1000 × 15) + (1000 × 30) + (500 × 50) Total Moment = -48000 - 42000 - 22000 + 15000 + 30000 + 25000 Total Moment = -112000 + 70000 Total Moment = -42000 tonne-meters Step 3: Identify the total displacement of the ship. The problem states the ship has a total displacement of 6000 tonnes. (Note: The sum of the listed component masses is $800+1200+2000+1000+1000+5