The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0189 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option C — Available GM 4.7 ft

Applying table ST-0188 variations and hydrostatic properties for table ST-0189 within The Stability Data Reference Book dictates accounting for deadweight item moments, resulting in a verified available metacentric height (GM) of 4.7 feet for safe departure trim.