Boating Test Study Guide Questions with Correct Answers

3. What two things does the capacity plate list? - ANSWER-The maximum NUMBER of people and amount of WEIGHT the boat can carry SAFELY 14. What's one thing you should do before you go on a trip? - ANSWER-CHECK OIL level before each outing. 16. What should you do when fueling your vessel? - ANSWER-TURN OFF the engine and CLOSE all windows, ports, and other openings. 17. How should you launch your vessel? - ANSWER-Prepare to launch WELL AWAY from BOAT RAMP, so that you don't block ramp traffic. 4. What should you check if you're lost in the middle of a lake? - ANSWER-Check your nautical chart. 15. How should you approach a dock when returning? - ANSWER-Approach the dock INTO the wind or current, whichever is stronger. 18. What should you do with your propeller when stopped to prevent accidents? - ANSWER-TURN OFF the engine when passenger are loading the boat. 23. What's good about the ignition safety switch? - ANSWER-It shuts off the engine when the operator's thrown overboard. 27. Who's responsible in collisions? - ANSWER-The operators of BOTH VESSELS. 28. What determines a safe driving speed? - ANSWER-You have enough TIME to avoid a collision.