Question 4722 Deck General

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The maximum draft to which a drilling unit may be safely loaded is called _______________.

A calculated draft
B load line draft
C deep draft
D mean draft
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) load line draft. The load line draft refers to the maximum draft to which a vessel can be safely loaded. This draft is determined by regulations set by the International Convention on Load Lines, which establishes the maximum allowed draft for a vessel based on its design and construction. The load line draft ensures the vessel has adequate freeboard and stability to safely operate without risk of capsizing or structural damage. The other options are incorrect because they do not specifically refer to the maximum allowable draft as defined by load line regulations. Calculated draft, deep draft, and mean draft are related terms, but they do not capture the regulatory significance of the load line draft.

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