The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD 08'-11.5", AFT 15'- 11.5". Upon completion of loading and bunkering the items shown in table ST-0153 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 A — 1.80 feet

Applying vessel particulars and stability reference tables ST-0153 for the SS AMERICAN MARINER establishes the baseline requirements for floodable length and compartment damage survivability, determining that a minimum metacentric height (GM) of 1.80 feet fulfills the one-compartment damage standard.