The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 22'-03", AFT 26'-05". Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the forepeak with 77 tons of seawater.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — FWD 22'-10.5", AFT 26'-00.4"
Adding 77 tons of seawater to the forepeak tank shifts longitudinal trim. Consulting the stability data reference book for the SS AMERICAN MARINER yields resulting drafts of FWD 22'-10.5" and AFT 26'-00.4".
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