You have 8 containers of steward's supplies each measuring 6'L by 6'B by 6'H and weighing 1.5 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 C — 1.48 feet

Calculating deck cargo VCG moments per 46 CFR stability standards and illustration D037DG, eight containers weighing 1.5 tons each with a 3-foot vertical center generate moments that restrict remaining cargo, establishing a maximum permitted VCG of 1.48 feet when fully loaded with rig water.