Boaters License Final exam (Guarantee Pass!)

Which of the following is the SAFEST use of a life jacket or PFD? correct answers Worn at all times when in or around the water Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around the water? correct answers Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times Which of the following is the proper washing procedure for your Personal Flotation Device (PFD)? correct answers Mild soap and water What type of fire extinguisher must be carried onboard smaller motorized vessels, with installed fuel tanks, that are less than 26 feet in length? correct answers B I Where would the RED navigation light be located on the following powerboat? correct answers Port (left) side Which of the following marine distress signals would be most effective when operating after dark or during restricted visibility? correct answers Flares Weather forecasts, particularly on the water, can change quickly. What is the best method to monitor the weather while out on the water? correct answers Keep an eye to the sky to watch for dark clouds and lightning Which of the following is the BEST method to check for local hazards, especially when boating in any new or unfamiliar waterways? correct answers Consult marine charts or ask local boaters What information should be included in a Float Plan? correct answers Date and time to contact authorities in an emergency Proper maintenance of a vessel has many benefits, including which of the following? correct answers A safer boating experience When launching your boat, when should you start and test the engine? correct answers In the water with the winch line still attached Which of the following is a proper fueling tip? correct answers Ensure that the engine is off and no one is onboard Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding a pre-departure checklist? correct answers They should be used before each trip - regardless of length In accordance with Homeland Security measures, recreational boaters should do which of the following? correct answers Remain at least 100 yards from US Naval vessels