The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD 08'-04", AFT 16'-08". Upon completion of loading and bunkering the items shown in table ST-0037 below will be on board. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.

Correct Answer: Option D — 2.48 feet

Determining displacement and vertical center of gravity from the provided drafts and loading table ST-0037 enables calculation of required damage stability parameters. The white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book dictate a minimum required GM of 2.48 feet to fulfill one-compartment standards.