NJ Boater Exam 2023/2024 Questions
with 100% Verified Answers.
What does one short blast of a horn mean? -ANSWER I intend to pass you on my port
(left) side
A sailboat is underway in the fog. What sound signal should you hear? -ANSWER one
prolonged blast plus two short blasts every two minutes
Green can buoy -ANSWER Cylindrical-shaped (square) markers that are always green
in color, with odd numbers. Keep this marker on your left (port) side when proceeding in
the upstream (returning from sea) direction.
Orange square marker buoy -ANSWER Information
Carbon Monoxide (CO) -ANSWER It is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that is
produced when a carbon-based fuel burns.
Never enter areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located—even for a
second. One or two breaths in this area could be fatal.
Slow Speed or Idling causes carbon monoxide to accumulate in the cabin, cockpit, and
rear deck. Stay 20 feet from other boats so you don't inhale its CO.
Early symptoms of CO poisoning include irritated eyes, headache, nausea, weakness,
and dizziness.
How to determine distance from thunderstorm: -ANSWER Count the number of seconds
between the flash of lightning and the clap of thunder.
Divide the number of seconds by five.
The result is roughly the distance in miles you are from the storm.
How are CAN buoys marked? -ANSWER green with odd numbers
White marker with red vertical stripes -ANSWER safe water on all sides
Orange circle marker -ANSWER Slow or idle speed
White buoy with blue stripe -ANSWER Mooring buoy - it has chains that boats/ships can
anchor to. It's anchor is heavy.
White marker with black vertical stripes -ANSWER Do not pass between the marker and
the shore
, White buoy with orange bands and an orange diamond -ANSWER Stay at least 700 feet
away from it
White buoy with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering -ANSWER keep out
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? -ANSWER
orange crossed diamond
What is needed for steering control on a PWC? -ANSWER power to the jet drive
(throttle)
The motor on a PWC is running. Which part of the PWC can cause severe internal
injuries? -ANSWER steering nozzle (can project water with force)
What is the main function of an ignition safety switch? -ANSWER to shut off the engine
if the operator is thrown overboard
Green & Red Buoy (Green on top)(Red on top) -ANSWER These are placed at the
junction of two channels to indicate the preferred (primary) channel when a channel
splits.
If green is on top, the preferred channel is to the right.
If red is on top, the preferred channel is to the left.
Where do you anchor a boat? -ANSWER Lower anchor over the bow (never the stern)
Which Boats Require Registration? -ANSWER All powered vessels (including PWC/jet
skis) and all vessels over 12 feet in length. Registration stickers go on both sides of the
bow.
HIN (# for vessel) -ANSWER Goes on the starboard side of the stern/transom
Requirements for operating a PWC? -ANSWER 16 years old or older AND successfully
completed an approved boating safety course (must carry your New Jersey Boat Safety
Certificate on board). PWCs are subject to all boating laws.
Requirements to operate a motorized vessel other than a PWC on New Jersey waters: -
ANSWER Must be 13 with boater's license. If less than 16 only vessels powered by an
electric motor and vessels 12 feet long or longer with less than 10 horsepower
Effects of drinking alcohol on a boat -ANSWER Drinking 1 beer on a boat is the
equivalent of drinking 3 beers on land (OUI is .08); it can effect your ability to distinguish
colors (red/green). *The effects of alcohol are greater on a person who is on the water
than on land.
with 100% Verified Answers.
What does one short blast of a horn mean? -ANSWER I intend to pass you on my port
(left) side
A sailboat is underway in the fog. What sound signal should you hear? -ANSWER one
prolonged blast plus two short blasts every two minutes
Green can buoy -ANSWER Cylindrical-shaped (square) markers that are always green
in color, with odd numbers. Keep this marker on your left (port) side when proceeding in
the upstream (returning from sea) direction.
Orange square marker buoy -ANSWER Information
Carbon Monoxide (CO) -ANSWER It is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that is
produced when a carbon-based fuel burns.
Never enter areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located—even for a
second. One or two breaths in this area could be fatal.
Slow Speed or Idling causes carbon monoxide to accumulate in the cabin, cockpit, and
rear deck. Stay 20 feet from other boats so you don't inhale its CO.
Early symptoms of CO poisoning include irritated eyes, headache, nausea, weakness,
and dizziness.
How to determine distance from thunderstorm: -ANSWER Count the number of seconds
between the flash of lightning and the clap of thunder.
Divide the number of seconds by five.
The result is roughly the distance in miles you are from the storm.
How are CAN buoys marked? -ANSWER green with odd numbers
White marker with red vertical stripes -ANSWER safe water on all sides
Orange circle marker -ANSWER Slow or idle speed
White buoy with blue stripe -ANSWER Mooring buoy - it has chains that boats/ships can
anchor to. It's anchor is heavy.
White marker with black vertical stripes -ANSWER Do not pass between the marker and
the shore
, White buoy with orange bands and an orange diamond -ANSWER Stay at least 700 feet
away from it
White buoy with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering -ANSWER keep out
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? -ANSWER
orange crossed diamond
What is needed for steering control on a PWC? -ANSWER power to the jet drive
(throttle)
The motor on a PWC is running. Which part of the PWC can cause severe internal
injuries? -ANSWER steering nozzle (can project water with force)
What is the main function of an ignition safety switch? -ANSWER to shut off the engine
if the operator is thrown overboard
Green & Red Buoy (Green on top)(Red on top) -ANSWER These are placed at the
junction of two channels to indicate the preferred (primary) channel when a channel
splits.
If green is on top, the preferred channel is to the right.
If red is on top, the preferred channel is to the left.
Where do you anchor a boat? -ANSWER Lower anchor over the bow (never the stern)
Which Boats Require Registration? -ANSWER All powered vessels (including PWC/jet
skis) and all vessels over 12 feet in length. Registration stickers go on both sides of the
bow.
HIN (# for vessel) -ANSWER Goes on the starboard side of the stern/transom
Requirements for operating a PWC? -ANSWER 16 years old or older AND successfully
completed an approved boating safety course (must carry your New Jersey Boat Safety
Certificate on board). PWCs are subject to all boating laws.
Requirements to operate a motorized vessel other than a PWC on New Jersey waters: -
ANSWER Must be 13 with boater's license. If less than 16 only vessels powered by an
electric motor and vessels 12 feet long or longer with less than 10 horsepower
Effects of drinking alcohol on a boat -ANSWER Drinking 1 beer on a boat is the
equivalent of drinking 3 beers on land (OUI is .08); it can effect your ability to distinguish
colors (red/green). *The effects of alcohol are greater on a person who is on the water
than on land.
