The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown in table ST-0016 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts.

Correct Answer: Option A — FWD 23'-07", AFT 26'-07"

Determining departure drafts from table ST-0016 utilizes deadweight and moment calculations against hydrostatic trim curves. Proper application of these reference values confirms the final operating drafts of FWD 23'-07" and AFT 26'-07".