While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is the new location of the longitudinal center of gravity?

Correct Answer: Option A — 1.71 feet

Discharging liquid mud alters the vessel's longitudinal center of gravity by removing specific vertical and longitudinal moments. Applying standard moment formulas (Total Moment / Final Displacement) from sample load forms per stability criteria establishes the new LCG position at 1.71 feet.