Question 162 Deck General

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Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded through hatch No. 23 while using a single belt loader to arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 28'-00"? (Use the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)

A 2930 tons
B 3110 tons
C 3170 tons
D 3240 tons
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) 3240 tons. This is the correct answer based on the guidance provided in the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN. The manual specifies the recommended hatch loading sequence and provides the necessary information to calculate the maximum cargo that can be loaded through hatch No. 23 to achieve the desired mean keel draft of 28'-00". By following the recommended loading sequence and using the provided data, the calculation results in a maximum cargo of 3240 long tons that can be loaded through hatch No. 23. The other answer choices are incorrect as they do not align with the guidance provided in the manual and the desired mean keel draft requirement.

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