The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid load shown in table ST-0145 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — 268.8 ft
Longitudinal weight distribution requires precise extraction of tank moment arms referenced from the forward perpendicular. Reference to table ST-0145 yields the correct liquid load LCG-FP value of 268.8 feet.
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