Question 2402 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) 62 tons. The reasoning is as follows: The maximum additional cargo tonnage is determined by the vessel's stability, which is limited by the maximum allowable VCG (vertical center of gravity) above the deck. Given the existing deck cargo of 200 tons with a VCG of 2.8 feet, the maximum additional cargo tonnage that can be loaded is 62 tons, as this will not exceed the maximum allowable VCG. The other options are incorrect because: A) 34 tons is too low and does not fully utilize the available stability. C) 134 tons and D) 186 tons would exceed the maximum allowable VCG, compromising the vessel's stability.