While loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5 (Survival), an estimated 250 long tons of snow and ice accumulates on the DEEP DRILLER at an estimated height of 127 feet. Assuming no corrective ballasting, what is the rise in the height of the center of gravity corrected for longitudinal free surface effects?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — 1.03 feet
Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: 1.03 feet.
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