Question 4486 Deck General

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The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). While in field transit, the wind speeds are predicted to increase above 70 knots. What would be the new KGL if the legs are lowered to the recommended value?

A 50.65 feet
B 37.00 feet
C 36.53 feet
D 13.65 feet
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) 37.00 feet. The key factor here is that the legs are lowered to the recommended value in response to the predicted high wind speeds. Lowering the legs reduces the vessel's center of gravity, which in turn reduces the KGL (height of the center of gravity above the keel). The provided information indicates that the recommended leg lowering results in a KGL of 37.00 feet, making B the correct answer. The other options are incorrect because they do not represent the KGL value when the legs are lowered as specified. Maintaining the original leg position would result in a different KGL value, which is not the scenario described in the question.

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