Deck General USCG Question #356 (Set 11)

A cargo that has a stowage factor over 40 is known as a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — measurement cargo

A stowage factor exceeding 40 cubic feet per long ton indicates a bulky, low-density cargo that fills volumetric capacity before reaching deadweight limits. Per standard maritime cargo operations, this is classified as a measurement cargo.

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