The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), suffers major damage which results in flooding in tank C3S. Your best countermeasure is to __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — pump from 9S
Pumping from intact tanks in the vicinity of flooded spaces removes localized liquid weight to reduce excessive bending moments and restore vessel draft, aligning with standard marine casualty remediation procedures.
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