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Q9. A) Define longitudinal centre of gravity (LCG) and longitudinal centre of buoyancy (LCB).(6) B) A vessel, when floating at a draught of 3.6 m has a displacement of 8172 tonne, KB 1.91 m and LCB 0.15 m aft of midships. From the following information, calculate the displacement, KB and position of the LCB for the vessel when floating at a draught of 1.2rn. (10)