The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD 18'-06", AFT 21'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged as indicated in table ST-0123 below. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — FWD 18'-08", AFT 21'-04"
Table ST-0123 cargo movements are applied to the vessel's initial drafts using sheet 2 of the Stability Data Reference Book, accurately accounting for deadweight addition and removal to establish final drafts of FWD 18'-08" and AFT 21'-04".
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