Boating Exam Ch 2 2023 with complete answers

PFD (personal flotation device) correct answers-most important safety equipment -should wear whenever boating -should always have on board -must be approved by coast guard -must be right size -must have enough buoyancy Type I PFD--offshore correct answers-for rough/remote waters -turn unconcious wearer face side up in water -hard to swim in -adult--22 lbs buoyancy -child--11 lbs Type II PFD--near shore correct answers-for calm, inland water -less bulky than Type I -may not turn unconscious wearer face side up in the water -adult--15 lbs buoyancy -child--11 lbs Type III PFD--flotation aid correct answers-calm, inland water -specifically made for water sports Ex: float coats, fishing vests, water sport vests -will not turn unconcious face side up -adult-- 15 lbs -child--11 lbs