ALABAMA BOATING TEST FINAL STUDY
GUIDE 2026 SOLVED QUESTIONS FULLY
CORRECT
⫸ What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what
to do in case of an emergency? Answer: Conduct an emergency drill
with the passengers
⫸ According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel
(other than a PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a capable
observer on board in addition to the operator? Answer: A wide-angle
rear view mirror
⫸ What is indicated by a white market with an orange crossed diamond
and black lettering? Answer: Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
⫸ Why is Carbon monoxide dangerous? Answer: It is colorless,
odorless, and tasteless and can be fatal
⫸ A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what
distance from the vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum
speed? Answer: 500 yards
, ⫸ What must an opener do before allowing others to operate his or her
vessel? Answer: Make sure they know how to operate it safely
⫸ What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? Answer:
Keep centered in the boat
⫸ What should a motorboat operator do when someone is being pulled
into the boat from the water? Answer: Turn off the engine
⫸ What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a
boating accident? Answer: Provide assistance
⫸ Which condition required that you report a boating accident to the
Alabama Marine Police Division? Answer: Damage to your host is more
that $2,000 as the result of a boating accident
⫸ Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing
hypothermia? Answer: When immersed in cold water
⫸ What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire?
Answer: Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put out the fire with an
extinguisher
⫸ If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you
take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
Answer: Stop the engine and lift the outdrive
GUIDE 2026 SOLVED QUESTIONS FULLY
CORRECT
⫸ What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what
to do in case of an emergency? Answer: Conduct an emergency drill
with the passengers
⫸ According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel
(other than a PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a capable
observer on board in addition to the operator? Answer: A wide-angle
rear view mirror
⫸ What is indicated by a white market with an orange crossed diamond
and black lettering? Answer: Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
⫸ Why is Carbon monoxide dangerous? Answer: It is colorless,
odorless, and tasteless and can be fatal
⫸ A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what
distance from the vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum
speed? Answer: 500 yards
, ⫸ What must an opener do before allowing others to operate his or her
vessel? Answer: Make sure they know how to operate it safely
⫸ What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? Answer:
Keep centered in the boat
⫸ What should a motorboat operator do when someone is being pulled
into the boat from the water? Answer: Turn off the engine
⫸ What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a
boating accident? Answer: Provide assistance
⫸ Which condition required that you report a boating accident to the
Alabama Marine Police Division? Answer: Damage to your host is more
that $2,000 as the result of a boating accident
⫸ Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing
hypothermia? Answer: When immersed in cold water
⫸ What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire?
Answer: Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put out the fire with an
extinguisher
⫸ If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you
take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
Answer: Stop the engine and lift the outdrive
