The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD 09'-00", AFT 15'- 11.5". Upon completion of loading and bunkering the items shown in table ST-0025 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 — 2.05 feet

Reference table ST-0025 provides specific volumetric and sectional permeability factors for the SS AMERICAN MARINER, establishing that a minimum metacentric height (GM) of 2.05 feet is strictly required to comply with current one-compartment subdivision and damage stability standards.