NEW JERSEY BOAT ED COURSE WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
You are approaching another boat. Assume that according to the navigation rules, you
are the stand-on boat. Which exception to the rules means you must give way? -
ANSWER-The other boat has difficulty maneuvering.
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - ANSWER-to avoid collisions
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for maintaining a
sharp lookout? - ANSWER-the operators of both boats
When can navigation rules be overlooked? - ANSWER-when necessary to avoid
immediate danger
You are operating during a period of restricted visibility. What should you do? -
ANSWER-Operate with caution and slow to "idle speed."
What should you check to decide if a speed is safe for your boat? - ANSWER-wind and
water conditions
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - ANSWER-
You can stop within an appropriate distance to avoid a collision.
Which of these anchors is a good choice for most recreational boats? - ANSWER-fluke-
style
You are traveling upstream on a river at dusk. You see a buoy with the number 4 and a
flashing red light. What should you do? - ANSWER-Keep the buoy on your starboard
(right) side.
Which PFD is designed to be thrown to someone in the water? - ANSWER-ring buoy
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - ANSWER-Have
everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times.
If you use pyrotechnic visual distress signals, how many unexpired VDSs must you
carry on board your vessel? - ANSWER-3
When is a boat operator required to assist anyone injured in an accident? - ANSWER-If
it is safe to do so
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
You are approaching another boat. Assume that according to the navigation rules, you
are the stand-on boat. Which exception to the rules means you must give way? -
ANSWER-The other boat has difficulty maneuvering.
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - ANSWER-to avoid collisions
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for maintaining a
sharp lookout? - ANSWER-the operators of both boats
When can navigation rules be overlooked? - ANSWER-when necessary to avoid
immediate danger
You are operating during a period of restricted visibility. What should you do? -
ANSWER-Operate with caution and slow to "idle speed."
What should you check to decide if a speed is safe for your boat? - ANSWER-wind and
water conditions
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - ANSWER-
You can stop within an appropriate distance to avoid a collision.
Which of these anchors is a good choice for most recreational boats? - ANSWER-fluke-
style
You are traveling upstream on a river at dusk. You see a buoy with the number 4 and a
flashing red light. What should you do? - ANSWER-Keep the buoy on your starboard
(right) side.
Which PFD is designed to be thrown to someone in the water? - ANSWER-ring buoy
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - ANSWER-Have
everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times.
If you use pyrotechnic visual distress signals, how many unexpired VDSs must you
carry on board your vessel? - ANSWER-3
When is a boat operator required to assist anyone injured in an accident? - ANSWER-If
it is safe to do so
