The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST- 0081 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option A — Available GM 2.8 ft

Load particulars and sounding data determine the ship's final vertical center of gravity and corresponding metacentric height. Consulting stability table ST-0081 within the reference manual for the SS AMERICAN MARINER yields an available GM value of 2.8 feet.