Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 19'-08", AFT 20'-04". Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN, determine the new draft if 840 long tons are loaded in No. 1 hatch.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — FWD 22'-00", AFT 19'-02"
Calculating the longitudinal center of gravity shifts caused by loading heavy tonnage forward into No. 1 hatch results in significant bow sinkage and stern rise, establishing the final drafts at FWD 22'-00", AFT 19'-02".
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