Multiple choice

The passengers in a boat are not allowed to stand because

  1. This will raise centre of gravity of system and the boat will be rocked

  2. This will lower center of gravity and the boat will be rocked

  3. The effective weight of system increases

  4. Of surface tension effects
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Explanation

Standing up raises the center of gravity of the passenger-boat system. A higher center of gravity makes the system less stable and more prone to tipping or rocking.

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