Which of the above statements are correct?

Question

Consider the following statements.

         The increase in metacentric height

         1.   Increases stability

         2.   Decreases stability

         3.   Increases comfort for passengers in a ship

         4.   Decreases comfort for passengers in a ship

               Which of the above statements are correct?

         (a) 1 and 3             (b)  1 and 4

         (c)  2 and 3            (d) 2 and 4