Question 2687 Deck Safety

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The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed in table ST-0050 below. . There is already 2865 tons of cargo on board with a KG of 27.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo after loading is completed.

A KG 26.2 feet
B KG 27.4 feet
C KG 28.5 feet
D KG 29.5 feet
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) KG 28.5 feet. To determine the final KG (center of gravity) of all the cargo after loading, you need to use the principles of stability calculations as outlined in the Stability Data Reference Book. Based on the information provided, the initial cargo weight is 2865 tons with a KG of 27.8 feet. The additional cargo listed in table ST-0050 needs to be factored in to calculate the final KG. The Stability Data Reference Book provides the necessary data and guidelines to make this calculation, which results in a final KG of 28.5 feet. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the final KG based on the given information and the stability calculation procedures.

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