The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port forward column below the waterline. Pumping from tank 2P and 3P is not sufficient to prevent increasing port list and bow down trim. You should consider counterflooding in tank __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — 10S
Port forward damage causes both a port list and bow-down trim. Counterflooding tank 10S provides the required opposing moments on the starboard and aft sides to correct trim and list.
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