Boating Exam Chapter's 1-6 with
Accurate Solutions
how should vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - ANSWER-
both sides of the bow of the boat
Give-way Vessel - ANSWER-shall maneuver to keep clear of stand on vessel and pass
by its stern
Stern - ANSWER-rear of vessel
Displacement Hull - ANSWER-designed to cut through water
Float Plan - ANSWER-information left with someone concerning your outing on a
vessel.
12 Years Old License - ANSWER-must drive with adult
Type V Life Jacket (special use device) - ANSWER-work vests, deck suits, and hybrids
for restricted use.
Type IV Life Jacket (throw able device) - ANSWER-designed to be thrown to a person
in water
14 Years Old License - ANSWER-can drive alone
Wake - ANSWER-waves the vessel leaves behind
Stand on Vessel - ANSWER-when risk of collision exists, the boat on the right is the
SOV and must hold its course and the speed.
Trim - ANSWER-the difference between the draft forward and the draft aft. distributes
water evenly
Tide - ANSWER-the water level
Port - ANSWER-left side of vessek
Length - ANSWER-maximum length of a vessel hull measured parallel to the waterline
(size of the boat)
, Letters and Numbers - ANSWER-must be seperate
Planning Hull - ANSWER-rise up and glide on top of water
Size of Boat - ANSWER-determines size of trailer
Life Jacket - ANSWER-is a personal flotation device used in emergency situations.
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate? - ANSWER--
federal law requires capacity plates only on boats less than 20 feet in length
-horse power of the motor
-maximum number of people on the boat
what are the parts of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - ANSWER--
keep your boat out of the sun
-check the condition of the whole
-clean cells with soft brush
-make sure your ropes are clean
-check oil leave (on exam)
what should you do before fueling your boat? - ANSWER--tie boat to dock
-all passengers should leave the dock
-shut off fuel valves
-close all windows, ports, and doors
-turn engine off (on exam)
-have fire extinguisher in reach
-make sure everything is turned off
where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? -
ANSWER-away from the boat ramp
what is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - ANSWER-consult
a nautical chart
how should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - ANSWER-approach
slowly parallel to dock to let the wind or current carry your boat
how can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - ANSWER-turn engine off when
passengers aboard
what is the main function of the ignition safety switch? - ANSWER-to shut off the engine
if the driver is thrown overboard
what is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - ANSWER-body
weight and chest size
Accurate Solutions
how should vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - ANSWER-
both sides of the bow of the boat
Give-way Vessel - ANSWER-shall maneuver to keep clear of stand on vessel and pass
by its stern
Stern - ANSWER-rear of vessel
Displacement Hull - ANSWER-designed to cut through water
Float Plan - ANSWER-information left with someone concerning your outing on a
vessel.
12 Years Old License - ANSWER-must drive with adult
Type V Life Jacket (special use device) - ANSWER-work vests, deck suits, and hybrids
for restricted use.
Type IV Life Jacket (throw able device) - ANSWER-designed to be thrown to a person
in water
14 Years Old License - ANSWER-can drive alone
Wake - ANSWER-waves the vessel leaves behind
Stand on Vessel - ANSWER-when risk of collision exists, the boat on the right is the
SOV and must hold its course and the speed.
Trim - ANSWER-the difference between the draft forward and the draft aft. distributes
water evenly
Tide - ANSWER-the water level
Port - ANSWER-left side of vessek
Length - ANSWER-maximum length of a vessel hull measured parallel to the waterline
(size of the boat)
, Letters and Numbers - ANSWER-must be seperate
Planning Hull - ANSWER-rise up and glide on top of water
Size of Boat - ANSWER-determines size of trailer
Life Jacket - ANSWER-is a personal flotation device used in emergency situations.
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate? - ANSWER--
federal law requires capacity plates only on boats less than 20 feet in length
-horse power of the motor
-maximum number of people on the boat
what are the parts of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - ANSWER--
keep your boat out of the sun
-check the condition of the whole
-clean cells with soft brush
-make sure your ropes are clean
-check oil leave (on exam)
what should you do before fueling your boat? - ANSWER--tie boat to dock
-all passengers should leave the dock
-shut off fuel valves
-close all windows, ports, and doors
-turn engine off (on exam)
-have fire extinguisher in reach
-make sure everything is turned off
where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? -
ANSWER-away from the boat ramp
what is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - ANSWER-consult
a nautical chart
how should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - ANSWER-approach
slowly parallel to dock to let the wind or current carry your boat
how can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - ANSWER-turn engine off when
passengers aboard
what is the main function of the ignition safety switch? - ANSWER-to shut off the engine
if the driver is thrown overboard
what is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - ANSWER-body
weight and chest size
