The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST- 0121 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option C — Available GM 3.98 ft

Utilizing table ST-0121 for the SS AMERICAN MARINER, calculate the final KG after accounting for free surface corrections. Entering the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book gives an exact available transverse metacentric height of 3.98 feet.