What is the shift in KG if all the liquid mud is dumped when the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load #3 (Preparing to Drill)?

Correct Answer: Option B — 1.51 feet downward

Discharging bulk material removes high-vertical-moment weight from the vessel, lowering the overall vertical center of gravity (KG). Calculating the removed weight and its vertical moment against total displacement confirms a downward shift of 1.51 feet.