The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST- 0190 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option D — Available GM 5.1 ft

Using the specific weight distribution outlined in table ST-0190 for the SS AMERICAN MARINER, lookup procedures in the Stability Data Reference Book yield the vertical center of gravity and corresponding hydrostatic values, determining the available GM to be 5.1 feet.