Question 246 Deck General

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A vessel has an amidships superstructure. Which location would be most suitable for main deck stowage of vehicles?

A Beside the hatches, forward of the midships house
B On top of the aftermost hatch on the vessel
C On top of No.1 hatch
D On top of the hatch immediately aft of the midships house
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) On top of the hatch immediately aft of the midships house. This location is most suitable for main deck stowage of vehicles on a vessel with an amidships superstructure. The hatch immediately aft of the midships house provides the most accessible and stable platform for loading and securing vehicles, as it is located in close proximity to the superstructure and away from the vessel's sides where cargo loading and unloading operations may be taking place. The other options are not as suitable - option A would be too far forward, option B would be too far aft, and option C may interfere with other deck operations or cargo handling.

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