Question 4395Deck General70% to pass
The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #1 (Transit). Additional deck load may be placed aboard. If the maximum permissible deck load were placed in the pipe racks at a VCG of 130 feet, the KG increases _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) 2.23 feet.
The increase in KG (vertical center of gravity) is determined by the additional weight added to the vessel at a known vertical distance from the baseline. If the maximum permissible deck load is placed in the pipe racks at a VCG (vertical center of gravity) of 130 feet, the additional weight will cause the KG to increase by 2.23 feet. This is calculated by taking the additional weight and multiplying it by the VCG of 130 feet, then dividing the result by the vessel's total weight.
The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the change in KG based on the given information.
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