The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0149 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option A — Available GM 3.0 ft

Assessing table ST-0149 loading data against the vessel's hydrostatic curves provides the correct vertical center of gravity, resulting in an available metacentric height (GM) of 3.0 feet.