Boater safety Exam: Questions &
Answers
Bow
(Ans- Front of the vessel
Gunwale
(Ans- Upper edge of vessels side
Starboard
(Ans- Right side of a vessel
Stern
(Ans- Rear of a vessel
Port
(Ans- Left side of a vessel
Capacity Plate Has what on it?
(Ans- Maximum weight capacity and/or the maximum number of people
that the boat can carry safely
Before beginning to fuel
(Ans- Turn off anything that might cause a spark and close all windows to
prevent fumes from entering the boat
Before launching your vessel from a trailer
(Ans- Prepare to launch well away from the boat ramp so then u don’t block
any traffic
Regularly Engine Maintenance
(Ans- Check the oil and fluid levels before every outing
Before docking u should?
(Ans- Determine the wind/current direction while stopped by observing
which way your boat drifts. If possible make your approach into the wind or
current whichever is stronger
Give way vessel
(Ans- The vessel that is required to take early substantial action to keep
well away from other vessels by stopping slowing down or changing course
Stand on vessel
(Ans- The vessel that must maintain its course and speed unless it
becomes apparent that the giveaway vessel is not taking appropriate action
Safe speed=
(Ans- You have enough time to avoid a collision and do you have visibility
condition and visibility condition
What is the operator responsible for
(Ans- Responsible for avoiding a collision
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A vessel’s registration number and validation decal should be displayed on
both sides of the _ of the boat (Ans- Bow You should select the right PFD for a passenger by looking at the passenger’s ____ and _ size
(Ans- Body weight/chest size
What is found on a boat’s capacity plate?
(Ans- Maximum weight/number of people
You should find out about hazards on a local waterway by consulting a
chart.
(Ans- Nautical
According to Texas law, what operators are required to have passed an
approved boating course in order to operate a PWC unaccompanied?
(Ans- 13 years old / born on or after 9/1/93
Type __ PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water.
(Ans- 1
Who is responsible for ensuring that everyone is on board and understands
basic safety practices?
(Ans- The vessel operator
Dark _ and __ winds provide a warning that
dangerous weather is approaching.
(Ans- Clouds/shifting
A fire extinguisher on a boat should be mounted in an _
position.
(Ans- Accessible
A life jacket should be _ if it is slightly torn.
(Ans- Discarded
_ increases the likelihood of accidents when you are operating
a vessel.
(Ans- Alcohol
When boating in federally controlled waters in an 18-foot long boat, what
equipment are you legally required to have on board?
(Ans- U.S. Coast Guard – approved visual distress signal
What sound producing devices are required when boating Texas waters in
an 18-foot powerboat?
(Ans- Horn and whistle
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What indicates the right side of the channel when a boater heads
upstream?
(Ans- Red colors, red lights, and even numbers
Motorboats classified according to their____________
(Ans- Length
How is the length of a motorboat measured?
(Ans- From the tip of the bow to the stern (doesn’t count any added on
things)
Is an outboard engine considered in the length of the boat?
(Ans- No
What are the four length classes and their measurements?
(AnsClass A: Less than 16 feet
Class 1: 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2: 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3: 40 feet to less than 65 feet
What are the four length classes and their measurements?
(AnsClass A: Less than 16 feet
Class 1: 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2: 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3: 40 feet to less than 65 feet
What are two types of boats that have planing hulls?
(Ans- bass boats, ski boats, or Personal Water Craft (PWC)
What are the three modes of how planing hulls work?
(Ans1. Displacement Mode
- Plowing Mode
- Planing Mode
What hull shape do most bass boats have?
(Ans- V shape
What three things are likely to capsize a john boat (flat bottom)?
(Ans1. Uneven weight - Very rough water
- Sharp turns
What are the three types of boat engines?
(Ans1. Outboards - Inboards
- Stern Drives or Inboard/Outboards (I/Os)
On what part of the boat is an outboard motor mounted?
(Ans- It is attached to the transom of the boat
What are stern drives also called?
(Ans- Inboard/Outboards (I/Os)
What type of engine does a PWC have?
(Ans- Inboard
What happens to a PWC if you let off the throttle?
(Ans- It will continue in the same direction it was headed before the throttle
was released, or the engine will turn off
Port
(Ans- Left side of a vessel
Transom
(Ans- Vertical surface at the back of the hull
Starboard
(Ans- right side of the vessel
Bow
(Ans- Front of a vessel
Stern
(Ans- Rear of a vessel
Impeller
(Ans- Device used to pump and force water under pressure through a
steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel
Safety Lanyard
(Ans- Short cord for attaching the engine cut off switch to the operators
wrist or personal flotation device.
Propeller
(Ans- Rotates and powers a boat forward or backwards
Cleat
(Ans- Metal fitting on which a rope can be fastened
What should you do before refueling?
(Ans- Close all ports, windows, and other openings
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What important safety information is found on a boat’s capacity plate?
(Ans- Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of
boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
(Ans- Consult a nautical chart
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an
understanding of basic safety practices?
(Ans- The vessel operator
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel?
(Ans- Increases the likelihood of accidents
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?
(Ans- Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel?
(Ans- At a steep angle (between 30 and 45 degrees) and into the wind or
current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat?
(Ans- Turn off the engine and close all windows and doors
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What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?
(Ans- passenger’s body weight and chest size
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
(Ans- Consult a nautical chart.
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the
water?
(Ans- Type I
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?
(Ans- mounted in an accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel?
(Ans- increases the likelihood of accidents
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on Texas waters
in an 18-foot powerboat?
(Ans- a whistle, horn, or other means to make an efficient signal
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?
(Ans- checking the oil level before ever outing
What should you do before fueling your boat?
(Ans- Turn off the engine and close all windows, ports, doors, and other
openings.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided?
(Ans- Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding.
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?
(Ans- Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times.
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing?
(Ans- where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals
According to the Texas Water Safety Act, how far must you keep your
vessel from a diving area marked b diver-down flag?
(Ans- at least 50 feet
Which is true about operating a boat in Texas while intoxicated?
(Ans- By operating a vessel on Texas waters, a boater has consented to
alcohol testing if arrested by a law enforcement officer.
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?
(Ans- You have enough time to avoid a collision
According to Texas boating law, which of these is considered legal
operation?
(Ans- operating at a speed that does not endanger others if no speed limit
is posted
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do
in case of an emergency?
(Ans- Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and
black lettering?
(Ans- exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance
from the U.S. Naval vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum
speed?
(Ans- 500 yards
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How should a boat’s registration number and validation decal be
displayed?
(Ans- on both sides of the bow
What are the most important factors in choosing a PFD?
(Ans- weight and chest size
Information on the capacity plate
(Ans- number of people, max weight, sometimes max horsepower
Best way to find out about local hazards
(Ans- nautical chart
Minimum age to operate a PWC
(Ans- 16 years old
Type of PFD that turns most people face up
(Ans- off-shore PFD (type 1)
Who is responsible for making sure passengers know all safety
information?
(Ans- the operator
Best place to store a fire extinguisher
(Ans- in an easily accessible place
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced?
(Ans- when it is torn
What effect does alcohol have on operating a vessel?
(Ans- increases the likelihood of an accident
In federally controlled waters, what equipment is required on an 18 foot
boat?
(Ans- USCG approved visual distress signal, PFD, throwable device
sound producing device required on an 18 ft boat in NJ waters
(Ans- horn or whistle
What factors provide warning of dangerous weather?
(Ans- dark clouds and shifting winds
part of a regular engine maintenance program
(Ans- check the oil
With respect to the wind or current, how should you approach the dock?
(Ans- into the wind
What should you do before fueling?
(Ans- stop the engine, close all doors/windows/hatches
Where should the trailer be located when loading gear?
(Ans- well away from the dock
how to avoid propeller strikes when boarding
(Ans- turn of engine
What is a reason why boat operators would be directed to shore?
(Ans- not enough PFDs on board
What is the best way of minimizing the risk of drowning?
(Ans- wearing a life jacket
how to avoid transporting nuisance species
(Ans- clean hull, clear bilge, clear off zebra mussels
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What is the age that you MUST wear a PFD at all times?
(Ans- 12 or younger
How old must you be to receive a NJ boat safety certificate?
(Ans- 13 years old
How old must you be to operate a Personal Water Craft
(PWC)?
(Ans- 16 years old
True or False: Anyone age 13 or older can operate a powerboat that is
operated by a trolling motor or one horsepower or less or if the the boat is
longer than 12 feet it must have less than ten horsepower
(Ans- True
When should your navigation lights be on?
(Ans- Sunset to Sunrise or during the day if visibility is restricted
When is it legal to tow someone on a wakeboard or tube?
(Ans- Sunrise to Sunset
When is it legal to operate a personal watercraft?
(Ans- Sunrise to Sunset
Is it legal to operate your boat by the launch ramp?
(Ans- Yes you have to go at slow speed no wake
Where is the best place to transfer gear from your vehicle to your boat
before launching?
(Ans- Away from the boat ramp. Preparation should be done away from the
ramp
Can you legally pass an emergency vessel with their lights on?
(Ans- Yes, but you must go at a slow rate no wake speed
How fast should you go in a lagoon or narrow channel?
(Ans- Slow speed
Is it legal to operate at a slow speed inside of a marked exclusion area?
(diamond with a cross)
(Ans- Never Go In This Area
What is the distance you should be from any military or service vessel?
(Ans- 500 yards away
If you are within 500 yards of a military vessel how fast should you be
going?
(Ans- Slow, no wake speed
If you are within 100 yards of a military vessel what should you do?
(Ans- Be stopped
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Left side of the boat
(Ans- Port
Right side of the boat
(Ans- Starboard
Front of boat
(Ans- Bow
Back of boat
(Ans- Stern
Body of boat
(Ans- Hull
Upper edge of a boat’s side
(Ans- Gunwale
Maximum width of a vessel
(Ans- Beam
Distance from water to lowest point of boat where water could come on
board
(Ans- Free board
Depth of water needed to float a vessel
(Ans- Draft
Main center line (backboard) of a vessel, or the extension of hull that
increases stability in the water
(Ans- Keel
Steering device near the back of the boat / also in sailboats
(Ans- Rudder
Screen that covers the intake in most PWC
(Ans- Intake grate
A kind of hull that…
1- moves through the water by pushing water aside and is designed to cut
through water with little propulsion
2- go generally slower because they have round bottomed-hull shapes
3- more common on large cruisers and sailboats
4- provide a smoother ride
(Ans- Displacement hull
The boats __ is the amount of water that moves out of the
way of the boat when in motion. This weight equals the weight of the boat.
(Ans- Displacement
A kind of hull that…
Boating License Exam; Questions &
Answers
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?
(Ans- Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
How should a vessel’s registration number and validation decal be
displayed?
(Ans- On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?
(Ans- Passenger’s body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boat’s capacity plane?
(Ans- maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
(Ans- Consult a nautical chart
According to Alabama law, what operators are required to have completed
an approved boating course in order to operate a personal watercraft
(PWC)?
(Ans- Operators who are 12 years of age or older
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in water?
(Ans- Type I
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who
is responsible for ensuring this?
(Ans- The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?
(Ans- Mounted in an accessible location
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced?
(Ans- When it is slightly torn
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel?
(Ans- Increases the likelihood of accidents
When boating on federally controlled waters in an 18-foot boat, what
equipment are you legally required to have on board?
(Ans- U.S. Coast Guard-approved visual distress signals
What sound-producing device(s) is required when boating on Alabama
waters in an 18-foot powerboat?
(Ans- A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
Which of these provides warning that dangerous weather is approaching?
(Ans- Dark clouds and shifting winds
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?
(Ans- Checking the oil level before every outing
Nj boating certificate practice exam:
Questions & Answers
1) A capacity plate shows the:
(Ans- Maximum horsepower and weight allowed
2) What is the minimum height of the state registration numbers that are
displayed on a boat?
(Ans- 3″
3) If a boat transfers ownership, is destroyed, lost, stolen or recovered, the
owner must notify the agency which issued the certificate within this many
days:
(Ans- 15
4) On a federally documented boat, it must have this number permanently
affixed in block type, Arabic numerals not lees than 3″ in height, on a
clearly visible internal structural part of the boat.
(Ans- Official number
5) This legal proof of state registration is required to be on the boat
whenever it is underway:
(Ans- Certificate of number
6) Motorized boats must be
(Ans- registered in the state of principal use
7) A Backfire Flame Arrestor is attached to the air intake of an inboard
gasoline engine and is designed to:
(Ans- Suppress flames
8) Which one of the following boats is required to have a fire extinguisher
on board:
(Ans- Personal watercraft
9) Which of the following boats is required to have a Type IV (throwable)
Personal Floatation Device on board under USCG regulations?
(Ans- 16″ bass boat
10) Which of the following is a U.S. Coast Guard approved type of visual
distress signaling device:
(Ans- electric distress signal light
11) All boats less than 39.4 feet in length, must legally carry this item in
order to communicate with other boats…
(Ans- an efficient means of producing a sound signal
12) A U.S. Coast Guard approved installed fire extinguishing system
replaces this many portable B-I fire extinguishers?
(Ans- 1
13) With whom should you leave your float plan?
(Ans- Friend, neighbor, or relative
Boating License Exam Questions &
Answers
main characteristic of displacement vessels
(Ans- to move through the water with a minimum of propulsion
Which of the following refers to the hull identification number (HIN)?
(Ans- permanently affixed to the rear of the transom
What separates the submerged section on the hull of the boat from the
section above the water level?
(Ans- waterline
Where can you find information about how much weight the boat can hold,
how many people are allowed on board, and the maximum outboard motor
size for the boat?
(Ans- carrying capacity plate
how do you measure the length overall of a boat
(Ans- the tip of the bow in a straight line to the stern of the vessel
What is the first thing to look for after starting your outboard engine?
(Ans- cooling the engine with water (the long answer idk)
diagram of boat which is bow
(Ans- A
Where may untreated human waste be dumped overboard while on inland
waters?
(Ans- must never be dumped overboard while on inland water
What does a flashing blue light indicate?
(Ans- law enforcement watercraft
Where should portable marine fire extinguishers be mounted?
(Ans- readily accessible area
What is required of every life jacket or PFD?
(Ans- they must be of approved type
What are ventilation systems on boats used for?
(Ans- To remove fumes prior to starting the engine(s)
What color is the starboard navigation light?
(Ans- green
Which letter indicates a port sidelight on this boat?
(Ans- B
What is the purpose of a boat’s ventilation system?
(Ans- circulate air and fumes through engine and fuel compartments
Which letter indicates a stern light on this boat?
(Ans- D
What is true for all visual distress signals?
(Ans- They should only be used in case of an emergency or distress
What color light must a 14-foot boat operating under oars show after dark
to prevent a collision?
(Ans- white
How do you let a lockmaster know you want to enter a lock?
(Ans- calling on your VHF radio
What is the most important thing to check before launching your boat?
(Ans- make sure the drain plug is in place
What is the first thing you should do after retrieving a boat onto a trailer?
(Ans- Pull the trailer well away from the boat ramp
What is your responsibility as a skipper?
(Ans- being aware of weather conditions
With whom should you leave a float plan before getting underway?
(Ans- responsible person
Which is a source of weather forecast information for a boater?
(Ans- tv weather station
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Which of the following is a requirement for PFDs?
(Ans- They must be properly sized for the intended wearer
What must you do if you see another vessel’s red and white lights off your
starboard bow?
(Ans- Maneuver to avoid a collision
What must you do when anchoring at night?
(Ans- Turn on an all-around white light
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel’s
horn?
(Ans- They are indicating a dangerous situation exists
What is the proper procedure for using hand-held visual distress signal
flares?
(Ans- Display only when immediate or potential danger exists
Which of the following is required on federally-controlled waters for boats
less than 39.4 feet?
(Ans- Whistle
When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
(Ans- Size
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot
powerboat?
(Ans- A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be
onboard?
(Ans- 3
A 14-foot boat operating under oars after dark must show what color light to
prevent a collision?
(Ans- White
What type of boat is most likely to have a planning hull?
(Ans- A ski boat
What does a boat’s capacity plate indicate?
(Ans- The maximum number of persons and weight the boat should carry
Where must registration numbers be displayed?
(Ans- Bow
When on board and facing the bow of a boat, where is the port side?
(Ans- On your left
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Look for a _ near the operator’s position or on the transom of the
boat.
(Ans- capacity plate
Turn off anything that might cause a spark – , , or . (Ans- engines, fans, electrical equipment Close all , , , and other openings to prevent fumes from entering
the boat.
(Ans- windows, ports, doors
While on land at the , remove and dispose of all weeds from the vessel and trailer, remove the drain plug to release bilge water, and drain any live wells. (Ans- ramp area Prepare the vessel for launch or drive home from the boat ramp. (Ans- well away; far away Determine the wind and/or current direction while stopped by observing which way your boat drifts. If possible, make your approach into the or
__, whichever is stronger, to give you more control.
(Ans- wind, current
The three navigation rules are to have _ , keep a , and maintain a . (Ans- good seamanship, proper lookout, safe speed required to take early and substantial action to keep well away from other vessels (Ans- giveway vessel must maintain its course unless giveway isn’t taking action (Ans- standon vessel when a vessel is coming upon another vessel from behind or nearly behind the other vessel (Ans- overtaking When overtaking, one honk means , and two honks means . (Ans- starboard, port must be displayed from sunset to sunrise and during periods of restricted visibility, such as fog. (Ans- navigation lights _ direct travel within a channel and mark edges of safe water areas.
(Ans- lateral markers