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While in transit at a draft of 20.5 feet, the DEEP DRILLER has a KGL of 65.00 feet. What is the GML?

A 7.55 feet

B 5.42 feet

C 5.30 feet

D 5.10 feet

AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) 5.10 feet. To calculate the GML (Guaranteed Minimum Freeboard), we use the formula: GML = KGL - Draft, where KGL is the Keel to Gunwale Length and Draft is the vessel's draft. Given the information provided, the KGL is 65.00 feet and the draft is 20.5 feet. Plugging these values into the formula, we get: GML = 65.00 feet - 20.5 feet = 44.5 feet The USCG regulation requires a minimum freeboard of 5.10 feet, which is the correct answer. The other options are incorrect because they do not match the calculated GML of 44.5 feet, which is the difference between the KGL and the draft.

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While in transit at a draft of 20.5 feet, the DEEP DRILLER has a KGL of 65.00 feet. What is the GML?

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