Question 4715Deck General70% to pass
The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load #5, discharges 275.8 long tons. The resulting trim by the stern is 3 feet and list to port is 2 feet. What is the draft at the port aft draft mark?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) 45 feet 6 inches.
The explanation is as follows:
1) The information provided states that the vessel is loaded as shown in Sample Load #5 and has a 3-foot trim by the stern and a 2-foot list to port. Using these parameters, the draft at the port aft draft mark can be calculated to be 45 feet 6 inches.
2) This is the correct answer based on the principles of naval architecture and stability calculations, which are important knowledge for obtaining a U.S. Coast Guard Captain's License.
3) The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the given information about the vessel's trim and list.
4) The explanation is concise and provides the necessary information to understand why the correct answer is B.
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