ILEARNTOBOAT COURSE [2026-
2027] WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be included in the
plan? - ANSWER-registration number, size, and make of your boat
HOW TO PISS OFF DOCKED/PARKED BOATS? - ANSWER-DRIVE IT JUST
ABOVE IDLE SPEED SO YOUR BOAT PUSHES A BIG WAKE. EITHER IDLE OR
GET ON PLANE BRO.
[MISSING] - ANSWER-[MISSING]
You need to refuel your PWC. When should you check for gas fumes? - ANSWER-
after fueling and before starting the engine
How can you prevent static sparks while filling your boat's fuel tank? - ANSWER-
Keep contact between the tank and the fuel spout.
Which statement regarding vessel maintenance is true?
- When storing a vessel for a long time, it is best to keep it in the sun and uncovered.
- When cleaning a vessel, use regular household detergents and cleaners.
- When replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive parts.
- When preparing your vessel for cold weather, use antifreeze that contains ethylene
glycol. - ANSWER-When replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive
parts.
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? -
ANSWER-The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
You are docking your boat. There is no wind or current. What is the best way to
dock? - ANSWER-Approach the dock slowly at a narrow angle (about 20 degrees).
How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is pushing you toward
the dock? - ANSWER-Approach parallel to the dock and allow the wind or current to
push you in.
When boating at night, what does a single white light on a boat tell you? - ANSWER-
You are overtaking another boat or it is anchored.
You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red and white lights on another
boat. What should you do? - ANSWER-Give way to the other vessel.
A PWC is overtaking another vessel. Which vessel must give way? - ANSWER-the
PWC
, Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its
course and speed? - ANSWER-the stand-on vessel
Which of these causes the most collisions?
- carrying alcohol on board a vessel
- failing to keep a proper lookout
- jumping the wake of other vessels
- displaying navigation lights incorrectly - ANSWER-failing to keep a proper lookout
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? - ANSWER-operator
What is every vessel operator required to do? - ANSWER-Take all necessary action
to avoid a collision.
You hear the fog signal of another vessel, and a risk of collision exists. What action
must you take? - ANSWER-Reduce to "idle speed," and proceed with caution.
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 have enough time to avoid a collision.
Which of these anchors is a good choice for most recreational boats?
- fluke-style
- clamp-style
- galvanized chain
- concrete block - ANSWER-fluke-style
From which part of the boat should you lower the anchor line? - ANSWER-bow
You return from the open sea. You see a green lighted buoy with the number 3.
What should you do? - ANSWER-Keep the buoy on your port (left) side.
You see a buoy with both red and green bands. What does this buoy mark? -
ANSWER-the junction of two channels
You enter a harbor. You see a buoy with red and white vertical stripes. What should
you do? - ANSWER-Go around the buoy on either side.
You see a white buoy with a blue band. What type of buoy is this? - ANSWER-
mooring buoy
What piece of equipment on a boat is most important in preventing propeller strike
injuries? - ANSWER-engine cut-off switch lanyard
What determines the direction a PWC will travel? - ANSWER-the stream of water
from the jet nozzle
2027] WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be included in the
plan? - ANSWER-registration number, size, and make of your boat
HOW TO PISS OFF DOCKED/PARKED BOATS? - ANSWER-DRIVE IT JUST
ABOVE IDLE SPEED SO YOUR BOAT PUSHES A BIG WAKE. EITHER IDLE OR
GET ON PLANE BRO.
[MISSING] - ANSWER-[MISSING]
You need to refuel your PWC. When should you check for gas fumes? - ANSWER-
after fueling and before starting the engine
How can you prevent static sparks while filling your boat's fuel tank? - ANSWER-
Keep contact between the tank and the fuel spout.
Which statement regarding vessel maintenance is true?
- When storing a vessel for a long time, it is best to keep it in the sun and uncovered.
- When cleaning a vessel, use regular household detergents and cleaners.
- When replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive parts.
- When preparing your vessel for cold weather, use antifreeze that contains ethylene
glycol. - ANSWER-When replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive
parts.
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? -
ANSWER-The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
You are docking your boat. There is no wind or current. What is the best way to
dock? - ANSWER-Approach the dock slowly at a narrow angle (about 20 degrees).
How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is pushing you toward
the dock? - ANSWER-Approach parallel to the dock and allow the wind or current to
push you in.
When boating at night, what does a single white light on a boat tell you? - ANSWER-
You are overtaking another boat or it is anchored.
You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red and white lights on another
boat. What should you do? - ANSWER-Give way to the other vessel.
A PWC is overtaking another vessel. Which vessel must give way? - ANSWER-the
PWC
, Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its
course and speed? - ANSWER-the stand-on vessel
Which of these causes the most collisions?
- carrying alcohol on board a vessel
- failing to keep a proper lookout
- jumping the wake of other vessels
- displaying navigation lights incorrectly - ANSWER-failing to keep a proper lookout
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? - ANSWER-operator
What is every vessel operator required to do? - ANSWER-Take all necessary action
to avoid a collision.
You hear the fog signal of another vessel, and a risk of collision exists. What action
must you take? - ANSWER-Reduce to "idle speed," and proceed with caution.
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 have enough time to avoid a collision.
Which of these anchors is a good choice for most recreational boats?
- fluke-style
- clamp-style
- galvanized chain
- concrete block - ANSWER-fluke-style
From which part of the boat should you lower the anchor line? - ANSWER-bow
You return from the open sea. You see a green lighted buoy with the number 3.
What should you do? - ANSWER-Keep the buoy on your port (left) side.
You see a buoy with both red and green bands. What does this buoy mark? -
ANSWER-the junction of two channels
You enter a harbor. You see a buoy with red and white vertical stripes. What should
you do? - ANSWER-Go around the buoy on either side.
You see a white buoy with a blue band. What type of buoy is this? - ANSWER-
mooring buoy
What piece of equipment on a boat is most important in preventing propeller strike
injuries? - ANSWER-engine cut-off switch lanyard
What determines the direction a PWC will travel? - ANSWER-the stream of water
from the jet nozzle
