Question 2241 Deck Safety
70% to passUsing the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle for permanent list if the KG is 21.8 feet and the drafts are: FWD 23'-05", AFT 24'-04".
A
26°
B
21°
C
37°
D
31°
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) 26°. The danger angle for permanent list can be determined using the information provided in the Stability Data Reference Book, Section 1 (the blue pages). With a KG of 21.8 feet and drafts of 23'-05" forward and 24'-04" aft, the danger angle for permanent list is 26°. The other options are incorrect because: B) 21° is too low for the given conditions. C) 37° is too high for the given conditions. D) 31° is also too high for the given conditions.
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