ASA 104 BAREBOAT CRUISING EXAM ACTUAL EXAM
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The tendency for the stern of the boat with a right-handed prop to
move to __________ when reverse gear is first engaged is called
__________. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Port, Prop Walk
To make a 180-degree turn in a limited space you must perform a
__________ __________. On a boat with a right-handed prop, this
entails turning to starboard with alternate bursts of __________ and
__________ power. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Standing
Turn, Forward, Reverse
When you encounter adverse wind conditions during docking or
undocking, the use of __________ lines as well as the engine and the
__________ will help you control the boat. ------------Correct Answer-----
---------------Spring, Rudder
The greater the tidal range, the longer the docklines must be to allow
the boat to __________ and __________ with the tide. ------------
Correct Answer--------------------Rise, Fall
,List three indications that your anchor may be dragging:
1. __________ 2. __________ or 3. __________. ------------Correct
Answer--------------------1. Vibrating Anchoring Chain
2. Changes in range or bearings
3. Closeness to another vessel
Two anchors set from the bow 45 to 60 degrees apart is called a
__________ __________. This method maximizes holding power and
reduces __________. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Forked
Moor, Swing
When approaching a mooring buoy, preparation and __________
between skipper and __________ are essential for a perfect pick-up. ---
---------Correct Answer--------------------Planning (Or Communication),
Crew
The VHF radio is the primary means for making urgent communications.
The three levels of urgent calls are:
__________ for life-threatening situations, __________ for non-life
threatening situations and __________ for navigation or weather
, hazards. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Mayday, Pan Pan,
Securite
The International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea
(COLREGS), published under the title __________ __________,
establish actions to prevent collisions. Nevertheless, Rule 2 states that
__________ is responsible for avoiding a collision. ------------Correct
Answer--------------------Navigation Rules, Everyone
At night, a sailboat under sail may show a masthead __________ light
alone. If under power, a boat must show a white __________ light
above deck-level sidelights. ------------Correct Answer--------------------
Tricolor, Steaming (Or Masthead)
Before towing a dinghy, remove loose gear and tilt or remove the
__________. When towing, use a __________ towline, attach the
dinghy securely to the sailboat, and tow it at a __________ behind the
boat appropriate for the conditions. ------------Correct Answer--------------
------Outboard, Sturdy, Distance
When arriving in a foreign country, you must fly the _________ flag just
below your starboard spreader. After clearing _________ and
2026 | ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |
VERIFIED ANSWERS | BRAND NEW VERSION!
The tendency for the stern of the boat with a right-handed prop to
move to __________ when reverse gear is first engaged is called
__________. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Port, Prop Walk
To make a 180-degree turn in a limited space you must perform a
__________ __________. On a boat with a right-handed prop, this
entails turning to starboard with alternate bursts of __________ and
__________ power. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Standing
Turn, Forward, Reverse
When you encounter adverse wind conditions during docking or
undocking, the use of __________ lines as well as the engine and the
__________ will help you control the boat. ------------Correct Answer-----
---------------Spring, Rudder
The greater the tidal range, the longer the docklines must be to allow
the boat to __________ and __________ with the tide. ------------
Correct Answer--------------------Rise, Fall
,List three indications that your anchor may be dragging:
1. __________ 2. __________ or 3. __________. ------------Correct
Answer--------------------1. Vibrating Anchoring Chain
2. Changes in range or bearings
3. Closeness to another vessel
Two anchors set from the bow 45 to 60 degrees apart is called a
__________ __________. This method maximizes holding power and
reduces __________. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Forked
Moor, Swing
When approaching a mooring buoy, preparation and __________
between skipper and __________ are essential for a perfect pick-up. ---
---------Correct Answer--------------------Planning (Or Communication),
Crew
The VHF radio is the primary means for making urgent communications.
The three levels of urgent calls are:
__________ for life-threatening situations, __________ for non-life
threatening situations and __________ for navigation or weather
, hazards. ------------Correct Answer--------------------Mayday, Pan Pan,
Securite
The International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea
(COLREGS), published under the title __________ __________,
establish actions to prevent collisions. Nevertheless, Rule 2 states that
__________ is responsible for avoiding a collision. ------------Correct
Answer--------------------Navigation Rules, Everyone
At night, a sailboat under sail may show a masthead __________ light
alone. If under power, a boat must show a white __________ light
above deck-level sidelights. ------------Correct Answer--------------------
Tricolor, Steaming (Or Masthead)
Before towing a dinghy, remove loose gear and tilt or remove the
__________. When towing, use a __________ towline, attach the
dinghy securely to the sailboat, and tow it at a __________ behind the
boat appropriate for the conditions. ------------Correct Answer--------------
------Outboard, Sturdy, Distance
When arriving in a foreign country, you must fly the _________ flag just
below your starboard spreader. After clearing _________ and
