Nj Boat Test 2023/2024 Questions &
Answers 100% Correct.
left -ANSWER the port side of a vessel is the ____ side
rear -ANSWER the stern of a vessel is the _______ of the vessel
displacement and planning -ANSWER basic types of vessel hulls can be described as
round, flat and vee -ANSWER name three basic hull shapes
less than 16ft
16 to less than 26 ft
26 to less than 40ft
40ft to less than 65ft -ANSWER what are the four length classes of vessels?
inboard, outboard, stern drive and jet drive -ANSWER list the four basic types of
engines
automotive engines adapted for marine use -ANSWER stern drive and inboard engines
are
inboard vessels -ANSWER the US Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be
False -ANSWER T/F- personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements
of other vessels.
impeller -ANSWER device used to pump and force water under pressure through a
steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel
1. capacity in lbs or # of people
2. recommended max. horsepower -ANSWER what info is displayed on the capacity
plate of an outboard powerboat?
1. vessel's description: give #, size, make, etc.
2. #, names and addresses of passengers
3. trip plan -ANSWER list 3 things that should be included on your float plan before you
embark on an extended outing
1. keep the nozzle in contact with the tank opening
2. fill tank slowly and avoid spilling
3. never fill to the brim -ANSWER name 3 things that you should do while filling the fuel
tank of your vessel
, 1/3 out, 1/3 in and 1/3 in reserve -ANSWER a rule of thumb to prevent running out of
fuel on a PWC is _______ out, ________ in, and _______ in reserve
90% -ANSWER if the combined weight of the vessel and is engine is more than
________ of the recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next
larger trailer.
presses down on the towing hitch -ANSWER "tongue weight" is the amt of the loaded
trailer's weight that
crisscrossed -ANSWER two strong safety chains should be __________ to support the
trailer's coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle
well away from the boat ramp -ANSWER where should you prepare your vessel before
launching it away from the trailer?
•keep well tuned
•check oil levels
•change oil
•check batteries
•grease and lubricate
•check for anything loose -ANSWER name 3 engine maintenance tips
stern line -ANSWER if the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast
off the ______ first when leaving the dock
the give-way vessel -ANSWER the __________ vessel is required to take early and
substantial action to avoid a collision by stopping, slowing down or changing course
maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent the give-way vessel is not
taking appropriate action. -ANSWER the stand on vessel must
right -ANSWER If you are driving a powerboat or PWC and meet another powerboat or
PWC head-on, you should keep to the
False -ANSWER T/F-If you are overtaking another vessel, you are the stand-on vessel
False -ANSWER T/F If you see a red and white light ahead when boating at night, you
should maintain course and speed.
sailing vessel and you must give way -ANSWER If you see only a green light while
boating at night, you may be approaching a _________ and you must ________
buoys and markers -ANSWER _______ are the "traffic signals" that guide boaters
safely along their course.
Answers 100% Correct.
left -ANSWER the port side of a vessel is the ____ side
rear -ANSWER the stern of a vessel is the _______ of the vessel
displacement and planning -ANSWER basic types of vessel hulls can be described as
round, flat and vee -ANSWER name three basic hull shapes
less than 16ft
16 to less than 26 ft
26 to less than 40ft
40ft to less than 65ft -ANSWER what are the four length classes of vessels?
inboard, outboard, stern drive and jet drive -ANSWER list the four basic types of
engines
automotive engines adapted for marine use -ANSWER stern drive and inboard engines
are
inboard vessels -ANSWER the US Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be
False -ANSWER T/F- personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements
of other vessels.
impeller -ANSWER device used to pump and force water under pressure through a
steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel
1. capacity in lbs or # of people
2. recommended max. horsepower -ANSWER what info is displayed on the capacity
plate of an outboard powerboat?
1. vessel's description: give #, size, make, etc.
2. #, names and addresses of passengers
3. trip plan -ANSWER list 3 things that should be included on your float plan before you
embark on an extended outing
1. keep the nozzle in contact with the tank opening
2. fill tank slowly and avoid spilling
3. never fill to the brim -ANSWER name 3 things that you should do while filling the fuel
tank of your vessel
, 1/3 out, 1/3 in and 1/3 in reserve -ANSWER a rule of thumb to prevent running out of
fuel on a PWC is _______ out, ________ in, and _______ in reserve
90% -ANSWER if the combined weight of the vessel and is engine is more than
________ of the recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next
larger trailer.
presses down on the towing hitch -ANSWER "tongue weight" is the amt of the loaded
trailer's weight that
crisscrossed -ANSWER two strong safety chains should be __________ to support the
trailer's coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle
well away from the boat ramp -ANSWER where should you prepare your vessel before
launching it away from the trailer?
•keep well tuned
•check oil levels
•change oil
•check batteries
•grease and lubricate
•check for anything loose -ANSWER name 3 engine maintenance tips
stern line -ANSWER if the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast
off the ______ first when leaving the dock
the give-way vessel -ANSWER the __________ vessel is required to take early and
substantial action to avoid a collision by stopping, slowing down or changing course
maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent the give-way vessel is not
taking appropriate action. -ANSWER the stand on vessel must
right -ANSWER If you are driving a powerboat or PWC and meet another powerboat or
PWC head-on, you should keep to the
False -ANSWER T/F-If you are overtaking another vessel, you are the stand-on vessel
False -ANSWER T/F If you see a red and white light ahead when boating at night, you
should maintain course and speed.
sailing vessel and you must give way -ANSWER If you see only a green light while
boating at night, you may be approaching a _________ and you must ________
buoys and markers -ANSWER _______ are the "traffic signals" that guide boaters
safely along their course.
