Question 2547Deck Safety70% to pass
The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0080 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) Available GM 3.2 ft.
The reasoning is as follows:
1) Using the stability data provided in table ST-0080, along with the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book, the available GM (Metacentric Height) for the SS AMERICAN MARINER in the given load condition is calculated to be 3.2 ft.
2) This is the correct answer based on the information provided in the stability data and the procedures outlined in the reference book for determining the available GM.
3) The other options are incorrect as they do not match the calculated value of 3.2 ft for the available GM in this specific load condition.
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