Question 2573 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) Available GM 3.0 ft. To determine the available GM (Metacentric Height), you need to use the stability data provided in the table ST-0149 and refer to the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book. Based on the information given, the available GM is 3.0 ft. The other options are incorrect because they do not match the available GM value shown in the stability data table. Option B (3.7 ft), C (4.0 ft), and D (4.2 ft) are not the correct values for the given loading condition of the SS AMERICAN MARINER.