While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), a severe storm threatens. What is the improvement in KGL if all the mud is dumped?

Correct Answer: Option D — 1.60 feet

Removing high-weight drilling mud lowers the vertical center of gravity (KG). Using Sample Load Form #4 data, computing the weight and vertical moment reductions demonstrates an upward shift in stability, improving KGL by exactly 1.60 feet.