Question 374Deck General70% to pass
The stowage factor for a cargo is based upon _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) one long ton.
The stowage factor for a cargo is based on the volume occupied by one long ton of that cargo. A long ton is a unit of mass equal to 2,240 pounds, which is commonly used in the shipping and maritime industries. The stowage factor is an important measure in cargo management, as it helps determine the available space and capacity for a particular cargo on a vessel.
The other options are incorrect because they refer to different units of mass. Option A) one short metric ton and Option D) one long metric ton are not the standard units used for stowage factor calculations. Option B) one short ton, which is equal to 2,000 pounds, is also not the correct unit for stowage factor.
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