Question 2705 Deck Safety

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The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid load shown in table ST-0067 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the KG of the liquid load.

Diagram for USCG Deck Safety: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid load shown in table ST-0067 below. Use...
A 4.0 feet
B 5.6 feet
C 6.0 feet
D 6.8 feet
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) 6.0 feet. To determine the KG (vertical center of gravity) of the liquid load, you need to refer to the Stability Data Reference Book and use the information provided in the table ST-0067. According to the Stability Data Reference Book, the KG of the liquid load for the given tank configuration and liquid quantities is 6.0 feet. The other options are incorrect because they do not match the KG value stated in the Stability Data Reference Book for the given liquid load scenario.

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