Question

what is the proper term for the extreme width of a ship?

a) flotsam
b) beam
c) jetsam
d) displacement

Explanation:

Define the nautical terms

• Flotsam: Floating wreckage of a ship or its cargo.
• Beam: The width of a ship at its widest point.
• Jetsam: Cargo or equipment thrown overboard to lighten a ship.
• Displacement: The weight of the water displaced by a floating ship, representing the ship's weight.

Identify the correct term

The term for the extreme width of a ship is the beam.

Answer:

• (A) Flotsam
• (B) Beam (Correct answer)
• (C) Jetsam
• (D) Displacement