The draft of the SS AMERICAN MARINER cannot exceed 23'-06" in order to cross a bar. The present drafts are: FWD 22'-03", AFT 24'-00". Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the minimum amount of sea water to ballast the forepeak to achieve this condition.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — 96 tons
Bar transit limitations requiring a maximum draft of 23'-06" from initial drafts of FWD 22'-03" and AFT 24'-00" necessitate calculating the specific forepeak ballasting requirement via vessel stability tables, equaling 96 tons.
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