The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 25'-11", AFT 26'-11". Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the forepeak with 83 tons of seawater.

Correct Answer: Option D — FWD 26'-06.8", AFT 26'-06.3"

Applying 83 tons of seawater ballast to the forepeak of the SS AMERICAN MARINER shifts the center of gravity forward, modifying initial drafts to FWD 26'-06.8" and AFT 26'-06.3" per the vessel stability booklet.