The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0065 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option A — Available GM 5.0 ft

Extracting hydrostatic particulars and loading data from table ST-0065 within the Stability Data Reference Book allows the licensed deck officer to accurately determine the available metacentric height (GM) as 5.0 feet.