CPH Exam - All Sample Questions NEWEST EXAM
2026-2027 COMPLETE 85 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
__________ fog forms on clear nights with __________ wind, and will burn off with the sun or
dissipate in the wind. A fog that requires wind to transport warm air over cold water, and may
persist even in strong winds is called __________ fog - CORRECT ANSWER: Radiation, Calm,
Advection
__________ is a technique using the engine and a mainsail only; it uses the increased
__________ wind to contribute toward both __________ and stability. - CORRECT ANSWER:
Motor-Sailing, Apparent, Speed
A emergency tiller fits into the top of the __________ __________ and can be used to steer the
boat if the steering cable fails. - CORRECT ANSWER: Rudder Stock
A freshwater pump cycling on and off when no one is using water indicates an open __________
or a __________ in the plumbing. - CORRECT ANSWER: Faucet, Leak
A large-scale chart shows a small geographic area in __________ detail. A small-scale chart
shows a large area in __________ detail. - CORRECT ANSWER: Great, Less
A Skipper is responsible for the safety of the __________ and __________, while he may
delegate tasks to an experienced __________, the skipper will always be held responsible. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Crew, Boat, Crewmember
After first determining that the dock's freshwater supply is __________ fill a cruising sailboats
freshwater tank through the __________ __________. - CORRECT ANSWER: Safe, Deck Plate
, An inverter converts __________ electricity from the battery banks to __________ electricity,
allowing you to use low-wattage AC appliances when the boat is not on shore-power. -
CORRECT ANSWER: DC, AC
An onshore breeze, driven by differential heating of land and sea, that may enhance or diminish
the synoptic wind, is called a __________ __________. - CORRECT ANSWER: Sea Breeze
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 allowing crew to swim off the boat, deploy the __________ __________ and check for
strong currents or shallow depths. Swim with a buddy, or post a __________. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Swim Ladder, Lookout
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
Conserve the cold air in the fridge with tactical food stowage: plan meals so you eat the most
__________ items first, and __________ rummaging by packing meal items together. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Perishable, Minimize (Or avoid)
Contents of a marine first-aid-kit depend upon the number of __________ and the distance from
__________ assitance. - CORRECT ANSWER: Crew, Medical
Cruising etiquette involves observing courtesies, including asking __________ to board or raft
against another boat, and giving fishermen and race boats room to _________. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Permission, Maneuver
2026-2027 COMPLETE 85 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
__________ fog forms on clear nights with __________ wind, and will burn off with the sun or
dissipate in the wind. A fog that requires wind to transport warm air over cold water, and may
persist even in strong winds is called __________ fog - CORRECT ANSWER: Radiation, Calm,
Advection
__________ is a technique using the engine and a mainsail only; it uses the increased
__________ wind to contribute toward both __________ and stability. - CORRECT ANSWER:
Motor-Sailing, Apparent, Speed
A emergency tiller fits into the top of the __________ __________ and can be used to steer the
boat if the steering cable fails. - CORRECT ANSWER: Rudder Stock
A freshwater pump cycling on and off when no one is using water indicates an open __________
or a __________ in the plumbing. - CORRECT ANSWER: Faucet, Leak
A large-scale chart shows a small geographic area in __________ detail. A small-scale chart
shows a large area in __________ detail. - CORRECT ANSWER: Great, Less
A Skipper is responsible for the safety of the __________ and __________, while he may
delegate tasks to an experienced __________, the skipper will always be held responsible. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Crew, Boat, Crewmember
After first determining that the dock's freshwater supply is __________ fill a cruising sailboats
freshwater tank through the __________ __________. - CORRECT ANSWER: Safe, Deck Plate
, An inverter converts __________ electricity from the battery banks to __________ electricity,
allowing you to use low-wattage AC appliances when the boat is not on shore-power. -
CORRECT ANSWER: DC, AC
An onshore breeze, driven by differential heating of land and sea, that may enhance or diminish
the synoptic wind, is called a __________ __________. - CORRECT ANSWER: Sea Breeze
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 allowing crew to swim off the boat, deploy the __________ __________ and check for
strong currents or shallow depths. Swim with a buddy, or post a __________. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Swim Ladder, Lookout
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
Conserve the cold air in the fridge with tactical food stowage: plan meals so you eat the most
__________ items first, and __________ rummaging by packing meal items together. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Perishable, Minimize (Or avoid)
Contents of a marine first-aid-kit depend upon the number of __________ and the distance from
__________ assitance. - CORRECT ANSWER: Crew, Medical
Cruising etiquette involves observing courtesies, including asking __________ to board or raft
against another boat, and giving fishermen and race boats room to _________. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Permission, Maneuver
