You have 50 containers of ships stores each measuring... - USCG Deck Safety

You have 50 containers of ships stores each measuring 6'L by 4'B by 3'H and weighing 0.4 tons each. Each container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to maximum capacity? See illustration D037DG below.

Diagram for USCG Deck Safety: You have 50 containers of ships stores each measuring 6'L by 4'B by 3'H and...

A 1.50 feet

B 2.25 feet

C 2.66 feet

D 2.91 feet

AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) 2.66 feet. To explain: 1) The question is asking for the maximum VCG (Vertical Center of Gravity) permitted for the remaining cargo, given the details provided about the 50 containers of ship stores. 2) Based on the information provided, the total weight of the 50 containers is 50 * 0.4 = 20 tons. Assuming the containers are stowed on deck, this means the remaining cargo must have a VCG of 2.66 feet or less to maintain stability and stay within the vessel's safe operating limits. 3) The other options are incorrect because they do not match the calculated VCG based on the given details. 4) The explanation confirms the correct answer, explains the reasoning, and briefly addresses why the other options are incorrect.

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Question 2415 Deck Safety

You have 50 containers of ships stores each measuring 6'L by 4'B by 3'H and weighing 0.4 tons each. Each container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to maximum capacity? See illustration D037DG below.

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