Boating License ACTUAL UPDATED Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
what is one of the first symptoms of hypothermia? - CORRECT ANSWER - shivering
What information is usually found on the capacity plate of a powerboat? - CORRECT
ANSWER - maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be included in the plan? -
CORRECT ANSWER - registration number, size, and make of your boat
At what point should you open all windows and hatches when fueling? - CORRECT
ANSWER - after fueling
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - checking the oil level before every outing
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat? -
CORRECT ANSWER - shift into reverse gear
What color is a boat's sternlight? - CORRECT ANSWER - white
A motorboat is crossing paths with a PWC. What action should be taken? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The vessel on the port (left) should give way.
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and
speed? - CORRECT ANSWER - the stand-on vessel
, Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - CORRECT ANSWER - to avoid
collisions
How does a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - CORRECT ANSWER - by watching
and listening
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for avoiding a collision? -
CORRECT ANSWER - the operators of both boats
You hear the fog signal of another vessel, and a risk of collision exists. What action must you
take? - CORRECT ANSWER - Reduce to "idle speed," and proceed with caution.
Which of these is a factor that determines if a speed is safe for your boat? - CORRECT
ANSWER - hazards in the water
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - CORRECT
ANSWER - you have enough time to avoid a collision
What is the best way to retrieve an anchor? - CORRECT ANSWER - Pull the anchor
straight up.
You see a buoy with both red and green bands. What does this buoy mark? - CORRECT
ANSWER - the junction of two channels
You see a white marker with black vertical stripes. What should you do? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Do not pass between the marker and the shore.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding.
Questions and CORRECT Answers
what is one of the first symptoms of hypothermia? - CORRECT ANSWER - shivering
What information is usually found on the capacity plate of a powerboat? - CORRECT
ANSWER - maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be included in the plan? -
CORRECT ANSWER - registration number, size, and make of your boat
At what point should you open all windows and hatches when fueling? - CORRECT
ANSWER - after fueling
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - checking the oil level before every outing
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat? -
CORRECT ANSWER - shift into reverse gear
What color is a boat's sternlight? - CORRECT ANSWER - white
A motorboat is crossing paths with a PWC. What action should be taken? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The vessel on the port (left) should give way.
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and
speed? - CORRECT ANSWER - the stand-on vessel
, Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - CORRECT ANSWER - to avoid
collisions
How does a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - CORRECT ANSWER - by watching
and listening
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for avoiding a collision? -
CORRECT ANSWER - the operators of both boats
You hear the fog signal of another vessel, and a risk of collision exists. What action must you
take? - CORRECT ANSWER - Reduce to "idle speed," and proceed with caution.
Which of these is a factor that determines if a speed is safe for your boat? - CORRECT
ANSWER - hazards in the water
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - CORRECT
ANSWER - you have enough time to avoid a collision
What is the best way to retrieve an anchor? - CORRECT ANSWER - Pull the anchor
straight up.
You see a buoy with both red and green bands. What does this buoy mark? - CORRECT
ANSWER - the junction of two channels
You see a white marker with black vertical stripes. What should you do? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Do not pass between the marker and the shore.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding.
