Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #2317 (Set 71)

The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown in table ST-0113 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — FWD 17'-10", AFT 22'-00"

Evaluating cargo distribution given in table ST-0113 involves determining draft changes using moment-to-trim and tons-per-inch immersion scales. Reference manual calculations verify final departure drafts of FWD 17'-10" and AFT 22'-00".

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