Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 14'-00", AFT 16'-00". Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN, determine the new draft if 350 long tons are discharged from No. 13 hatch.

Correct Answer: Option D — FWD 13'-08 4/5", AFT 15'-08 4/5"

Applying cargo discharge calculations from the M.V. GRAND HAVEN Guidance Manual, removing 350 long tons from hatch No. 13 decreases the mean draft and alters trim by shifting the center of gravity, resulting in new forward and aft drafts of 13'-08 4/5" and 15'-08 4/5" respectively.