Boating Test Exam Questions and
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Bow - ✔✔front of a vessel
Stern - ✔✔rear of a vessel
Starboard - ✔✔right side of a vessel
Port - ✔✔left side of a vessel
Hull - ✔✔body of a vessel
Propeller - ✔✔rotates and powers a boat forward or backward
A capacity plate indicates the maximum _______ capacity and/or the
maximum _______ ____ _______ that the boat can carry safely in
_______ weather. - ✔✔weight; number of people; good
Before beginning to fuel, turn off anything that might cause a ________
(engines, fans, or electrical equipment)
Close all _______ to prevent fumes from entering the boat. (if you're fueling
in an enclosed area, keep them open) - ✔✔spark; openings
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, While on land at the ramp area, remove and dispose of all ________ from
the vessel and trailer, remove the ________ ________ to release bilge
water, and drain any live wells. This will help prevent the spread of
________ ________ plants and animals. - ✔✔weeds; drain plug; aquatic
nuisance
Where should you prepare your vessel for launching or for the drive home?
- ✔✔well away from the ramp
Before docking, determine the wind and/or current direction while stopped
by observing which way your boat drifts. If possible, make your approach
into the ________ or ________, whichever is stronger. This will give you
more control. - ✔✔wind or current
3 major responsibilities of vessel operators:
1. Practice ________ ________.
It is the responsibility of every boat or PWC operator to take all necessary
action to avoid a ________. - ✔✔good seamanship; collision
3 major responsibilities of vessel operators:
2. Keep a proper ________ ________.
Failing to do this is the ________ ________ cause of collisions - ✔✔look
out; most common
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Answers 100% Solved
Bow - ✔✔front of a vessel
Stern - ✔✔rear of a vessel
Starboard - ✔✔right side of a vessel
Port - ✔✔left side of a vessel
Hull - ✔✔body of a vessel
Propeller - ✔✔rotates and powers a boat forward or backward
A capacity plate indicates the maximum _______ capacity and/or the
maximum _______ ____ _______ that the boat can carry safely in
_______ weather. - ✔✔weight; number of people; good
Before beginning to fuel, turn off anything that might cause a ________
(engines, fans, or electrical equipment)
Close all _______ to prevent fumes from entering the boat. (if you're fueling
in an enclosed area, keep them open) - ✔✔spark; openings
1
©JOSHCLAY 2024/2025. YEAR PUBLISHED 2024.
, While on land at the ramp area, remove and dispose of all ________ from
the vessel and trailer, remove the ________ ________ to release bilge
water, and drain any live wells. This will help prevent the spread of
________ ________ plants and animals. - ✔✔weeds; drain plug; aquatic
nuisance
Where should you prepare your vessel for launching or for the drive home?
- ✔✔well away from the ramp
Before docking, determine the wind and/or current direction while stopped
by observing which way your boat drifts. If possible, make your approach
into the ________ or ________, whichever is stronger. This will give you
more control. - ✔✔wind or current
3 major responsibilities of vessel operators:
1. Practice ________ ________.
It is the responsibility of every boat or PWC operator to take all necessary
action to avoid a ________. - ✔✔good seamanship; collision
3 major responsibilities of vessel operators:
2. Keep a proper ________ ________.
Failing to do this is the ________ ________ cause of collisions - ✔✔look
out; most common
2
©JOSHCLAY 2024/2025. YEAR PUBLISHED 2024.
