Question 2213 Deck Safety

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A ship's forward draft is 22'-04" and its after draft is 23'-00". The draft amidships is 23'-04". This indicates a concentration of weight _______________.

A in the lower holds
B amidships
C at the bow
D at the ends
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) amidships. The given information about the ship's draft indicates that the draft is greatest amidships (23'-04") compared to the forward (22'-04") and aft (23'-00") drafts. This suggests a concentration of weight amidships, as the deeper draft amidships reflects a greater amount of the ship's weight being distributed in that area. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) a concentration of weight in the lower holds would result in a more even draft throughout the ship's length. C) and D) a concentration of weight at the bow or ends would result in a greater draft at those locations, not amidships.

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