BOATING TEST EXAMINATION COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who
is responsible for avoiding a collision
Answer: A. The operators of both vessels
◉ How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe
speed?
Answer: D. You have enough time to avoid a collision
◉ What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green
buoys and markers
Answer: C. To mark the edges of safe water areas
◉ According to Alabama boating law, which of the se is considered
legal operation.
Answer: D. Operating at less than 5 mph in a "slow, no wake"
speed area
◉ When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when
encountering a power-driven vessel?
Answer: C. When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven
vessel
, ◉ What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows
what to do in case of an emergency?
Answer: D. Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
◉ According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a
vessel (other than PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a
capable observer on board in addition to the operator ?
Answer: A. A wide-angle rearview mirror
◉ What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed
diamond and black lettering?
Answer: A. Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
◉ Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous?
Answer: D. It is colorless, orderless, and tasteless and can be fatal
◉ 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?
Answer: D. 500 yards
◉ What must an owner do before allowing others to operate his
or her vessel?
Answer: C. Make sure they know how to operate it safely
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who
is responsible for avoiding a collision
Answer: A. The operators of both vessels
◉ How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe
speed?
Answer: D. You have enough time to avoid a collision
◉ What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green
buoys and markers
Answer: C. To mark the edges of safe water areas
◉ According to Alabama boating law, which of the se is considered
legal operation.
Answer: D. Operating at less than 5 mph in a "slow, no wake"
speed area
◉ When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when
encountering a power-driven vessel?
Answer: C. When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven
vessel
, ◉ What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows
what to do in case of an emergency?
Answer: D. Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
◉ According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a
vessel (other than PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a
capable observer on board in addition to the operator ?
Answer: A. A wide-angle rearview mirror
◉ What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed
diamond and black lettering?
Answer: A. Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
◉ Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous?
Answer: D. It is colorless, orderless, and tasteless and can be fatal
◉ 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?
Answer: D. 500 yards
◉ What must an owner do before allowing others to operate his
or her vessel?
Answer: C. Make sure they know how to operate it safely
