The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed in table ST-0042 below. There is already 2464 tons of cargo on board with a KG of 27.3 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo after loading is completed.

Correct Answer: Option C — KG 28.6 feet

Calculating final vessel vertical center of gravity requires summing total vertical moments of existing cargo and loaded items, then dividing by total displacement weight. Using Stability Data Reference Book table ST-0042 yields a final combined KG of 28.6 feet, ensuring compliance with stability criteria under Title 46 CFR.