You have 38 containers of ships stores each measuring 6'L by 6'B by 5'H and weighing 0.6 tons each. Each container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to maximum capacity? See illustration D037DG below.

Correct Answer: Option B — 1.06 feet (0.32 meter)

Maximum allowable VCG is determined by subtracting the moments of the deck cargo from the total allowable stability moment. Using the provided stability curves and the weight of the 38 containers, the remaining cargo must be stowed such that the total VCG does not exceed 1.06 feet to maintain stability.