NJ Boaters Exam Questions and Answers
1. Why is it important to always be wearing a personal flotation
device (PFD) when in or around the water?: C. A PFD takes some time to fit
properly, especially in an emergency
2. Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities
while on or around the water?: B. Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
3. Under which of the following conditions would an operator be
required to replace a Personal Flotation Device (PFD)?: A. It is ripped or
torn
4. What type of fire extinguisher must be carried onboard smaller
motorized vessels, with installed fuel tanks, that are less than 26
feet in length?: A. B I
5. Where would the RED navigation light be located on the
following power- boat?: A. Port (left) side
6. Which of the following marine distress signals would be most
effective when operating after dark or during restricted visibility?: D.
Flares
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, 7. Which of the following are recommended sources of short-
term and long-term forecast weather information?: C. Radio, TV
or the Internet
8. Which of the following is the BEST method to check for local
hazards, espe- cially when boating in any new or unfamiliar waterways?: A.
Consult marine charts or ask local boaters
9. With whom should a Float Plan be left?: B. A responsible person on shore
10. Which of the following options is recommended for the general
maintenance of your boat?: B. Only using marine-approved parts
11. When launching your boat, when should you start and test the
engine?: B. In the water with the winch line still attached
12. Why should a boat's gas tank never be completely filled?: A. Gas needs
room to expand inside the tank
13. Which of the following should be performed as part of a
pre-departure checklist?: A. Pack a flashlight and extra batteries in case of
emergency
14. In accordance with Homeland Security measures,
recreational boaters should do which of the following?: B. Remain at least
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1. Why is it important to always be wearing a personal flotation
device (PFD) when in or around the water?: C. A PFD takes some time to fit
properly, especially in an emergency
2. Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities
while on or around the water?: B. Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
3. Under which of the following conditions would an operator be
required to replace a Personal Flotation Device (PFD)?: A. It is ripped or
torn
4. What type of fire extinguisher must be carried onboard smaller
motorized vessels, with installed fuel tanks, that are less than 26
feet in length?: A. B I
5. Where would the RED navigation light be located on the
following power- boat?: A. Port (left) side
6. Which of the following marine distress signals would be most
effective when operating after dark or during restricted visibility?: D.
Flares
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, 7. Which of the following are recommended sources of short-
term and long-term forecast weather information?: C. Radio, TV
or the Internet
8. Which of the following is the BEST method to check for local
hazards, espe- cially when boating in any new or unfamiliar waterways?: A.
Consult marine charts or ask local boaters
9. With whom should a Float Plan be left?: B. A responsible person on shore
10. Which of the following options is recommended for the general
maintenance of your boat?: B. Only using marine-approved parts
11. When launching your boat, when should you start and test the
engine?: B. In the water with the winch line still attached
12. Why should a boat's gas tank never be completely filled?: A. Gas needs
room to expand inside the tank
13. Which of the following should be performed as part of a
pre-departure checklist?: A. Pack a flashlight and extra batteries in case of
emergency
14. In accordance with Homeland Security measures,
recreational boaters should do which of the following?: B. Remain at least
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