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Bareboat Cruising 104 Version 2 Newest 2026/2027 Exam
Complete 100 Questions And Correct Detailed Answers
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The greater the tidal range, the longer the docklines must be to
allow the boat to __________ and __________ with the tide. -
ANSWER-Rise, Fall
List three indications that your anchor may be dragging:
1. __________ 2. __________ or 3. __________. - 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 __________. - ANSWER-Forked Moor, Swing
When approaching a mooring buoy, preparation and
__________ between skipper and __________ are essential for
a perfect pick-up. - ANSWER-Planning (Or Communication),
Crew
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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. - 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. - 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. - 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. -
ANSWER-Outboard, Sturdy, Distance
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When arriving in a foreign country, you must fly the _________
flag just below your starboard spreader. After clearing
_________ and _________, you must lower it and fly the
nation's courtesy flag in its place. - ANSWER-Q Flag, Customs,
Immigration
A large-scale chart shows a small geographic area in
__________ detail. A small-scale chart shows a large area in
__________ detail. - ANSWER-Great, Less
To measure the distance between two points on a nautical
chart, span your dividers between the two points, then
measure on the latitude or longitude scale where 1 minute = 1
__________ __________. - ANSWER-Latitude, Nautical Mile
If the difference between waypoints A and B on your course is
18 NM and your speed is 5 Knots, your Estimated Time Enroute
is __________ hours. If you depart A at 0845, your ETA at B will
be __________. - ANSWER-3.6, 1221
Your direction of intended travel is called the __________, but
the path that the boat actually follows is the __________. A
properly calculated and steered __________ will allow your
Bareboat Cruising 104 Version 2 Newest 2026/2027 Exam
Complete 100 Questions And Correct Detailed Answers
(Verified Answers) |Already Graded A+||Best Version!!!
The greater the tidal range, the longer the docklines must be to
allow the boat to __________ and __________ with the tide. -
ANSWER-Rise, Fall
List three indications that your anchor may be dragging:
1. __________ 2. __________ or 3. __________. - 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 __________. - ANSWER-Forked Moor, Swing
When approaching a mooring buoy, preparation and
__________ between skipper and __________ are essential for
a perfect pick-up. - ANSWER-Planning (Or Communication),
Crew
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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. - 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. - 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. - 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. -
ANSWER-Outboard, Sturdy, Distance
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When arriving in a foreign country, you must fly the _________
flag just below your starboard spreader. After clearing
_________ and _________, you must lower it and fly the
nation's courtesy flag in its place. - ANSWER-Q Flag, Customs,
Immigration
A large-scale chart shows a small geographic area in
__________ detail. A small-scale chart shows a large area in
__________ detail. - ANSWER-Great, Less
To measure the distance between two points on a nautical
chart, span your dividers between the two points, then
measure on the latitude or longitude scale where 1 minute = 1
__________ __________. - ANSWER-Latitude, Nautical Mile
If the difference between waypoints A and B on your course is
18 NM and your speed is 5 Knots, your Estimated Time Enroute
is __________ hours. If you depart A at 0845, your ETA at B will
be __________. - ANSWER-3.6, 1221
Your direction of intended travel is called the __________, but
the path that the boat actually follows is the __________. A
properly calculated and steered __________ will allow your
