TX Boater Education Certification Exam Review

TX BOATER EDUCATION CERTIFICATION EXAM REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS




What_is_most_important_when_selecting_the_right_PFD_for_a_passenger?_-
_Correct_answer~_passenger's_body_weight_and_chest_size



What_is_the_best_way_to_find_out_about_hazards_on_a_local_waterway?_-
_Correct_answer~_Consult_a_nautical_chart.



Which_type_of_PFD_will_turn_most_unconscious_persons_face_up_in_the_water?_-
_Correct_answer~_Type_I



Where_is_the_best_place_to_store_a_fire_extinguisher_on_a_boat?_-
_Correct_answer~_mounted_in_an_accessible_location



What_effect_does_alcohol_have_when_you_are_operating_a_vessel?_-
_Correct_answer~_increases_the_likelihood_of_accidents



What_sound_producing_device(s)_is_required_when_boating_on_Texas_waters_in_an_18-
foot_powerboat?_-
_Correct_answer~_a_whistle,_horn,_or_other_means_to_make_an_efficient_signal



What_is_one_part_of_a_regular_vessel_and_engine_maintenance_program?_-
_Correct_answer~_checking_the_oil_level_before_ever_outing



What_should_you_do_before_fueling_your_boat?_-
_Correct_answer~_Turn_off_the_engine_and_close_all_windows,_ports,_doors,_and_other
_openings.

, How_can_propeller_strike_accidents_be_avoided?_-
_Correct_answer~_Turn_off_the_engine_when_passengers_are_boarding.



What_is_the_best_way_to_minimize_the_risk_of_drowning_while_boating?_-
_Correct_answer~_Have_everyone_wear_an_appropriate_life_jacket_at_all_times.



What_should_the_vessel_operator_tell_everyone_on_board_before_departing?_-
_Correct_answer~_where_to_find_the_PFDs_and_visual_distress_signals



According_to_the_Texas_Water_Safety_Act,_how_far_must_you_keep_your_vessel_from_a
_diving_area_marked_b_diver-down_flag?_-_Correct_answer~_at_least_50_feet



Which_is_true_about_operating_a_boat_in_Texas_while_intoxicated?_-
_Correct_answer~_By_operating_a_vessel_on_Texas_waters,_a_boater_has_consented_to_
alcohol_testing_if_arrested_by_a_law_enforcement_officer.



How_do_you_know_when_you_are_operating_your_vessel_at_a_safe_speed?_-
_Correct_answer~_You_have_enough_time_to_avoid_a_collision



According_to_Texas_boating_law,_which_of_these_is_considered_legal_operation?_-
_Correct_answer~_operating_at_a_speed_that_does_not_endanger_others_if_no_speed_li
mit_is_posted



What_should_a_vessel_operator_do_to_make_sure_everyone_knows_what_to_do_in_cas
e_of_an_emergency?_-
_Correct_answer~_Conduct_an_emergency_drill_with_the_passengers.



What_is_indicated_by_a_white_marker_with_an_orange_crossed_diamond_and_black_lett
ering?_-_Correct_answer~_exclusion_or_keep-out_area,_such_as_a_dam