Question 41 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 hatches 8 & 12 while using a single belt loader to arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 28'-03"? (use the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN).

A 460 tons per hatch
B 520 tons per hatch
C 690 tons per hatch
D 730 tons per hatch
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) 690 tons per hatch. The explanation is as follows: 1. The correct answer is C) 690 tons per hatch. This is based on the guidance provided in the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN, which specifies the recommended hatch loading sequence and the maximum loading capacity per hatch to achieve the desired mean keel draft of 28'-03". 2. According to the manual, the recommended hatch loading sequence and maximum loading capacity per hatch to achieve the desired mean keel draft of 28'-03" is 690 tons per hatch for hatches 8 and 12 when using a single belt loader. 3. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not align with the guidance provided in the manual for the specific vessel and loading conditions.

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