The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0108 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option D — Available GM 4.28 ft

Calculating deadweight and cargo moments from table ST-0108 using The Stability Data Reference Book white pages properly adjusts the KG, leading directly to the precise available metacentric height (GM) of 4.28 feet.