FLORIDA BOATING CERTIFICATION EXAM WITH GRADED
SOLUTIONS #27
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and "Swim Area"
in black lettering? - correct answer an area where vessels are prohibited and only
swimming allowed
As you enter a harbor from the open sea, you see a red nun buoy. How should you
pass it? - correct answer keep it on your starboard (right) side
What is indicated by this white marker with an orange circle and a black lettering? -
correct answer a controlled area where a boater must proceed at a speed no greater
than that which will maintain steerage and headway
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - correct answer
consult a nautical chart
What should you do if you see a mud trail in your wake indicating you are in a seagrass
area? - correct answer stop your vessel, silt the motor, and pole or walk the vessel out
of the sea-grass bed.
Boaters operating in rivers, inlets, or navigation channels must make a reasonable effort
to stay certain distance from a divers-down flag or buoy. - correct answer 100 feet
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of
an emergency? - correct answer conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What apperas on the capacity plate of a powerboat and, by Florida law, must not be
exceeded? - correct answer maximum weight, persons, horsepower
According to Florida law, what must a vessel operator do when entering a "no wake"
area? - correct answer slow down to idle speed
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced - correct answer when it is slightly
torn
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - correct answer
checking the oil level before ever outing
What should you do, at a minimum, before leaving for a daytime outing on the water? -
correct answer contact a responsible person and tell him/her where you will be boating
and when you plan to return
How much line should you let out when anchoring? - correct answer 7 to 10 times as
much line as the water depth
SOLUTIONS #27
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and "Swim Area"
in black lettering? - correct answer an area where vessels are prohibited and only
swimming allowed
As you enter a harbor from the open sea, you see a red nun buoy. How should you
pass it? - correct answer keep it on your starboard (right) side
What is indicated by this white marker with an orange circle and a black lettering? -
correct answer a controlled area where a boater must proceed at a speed no greater
than that which will maintain steerage and headway
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - correct answer
consult a nautical chart
What should you do if you see a mud trail in your wake indicating you are in a seagrass
area? - correct answer stop your vessel, silt the motor, and pole or walk the vessel out
of the sea-grass bed.
Boaters operating in rivers, inlets, or navigation channels must make a reasonable effort
to stay certain distance from a divers-down flag or buoy. - correct answer 100 feet
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of
an emergency? - correct answer conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What apperas on the capacity plate of a powerboat and, by Florida law, must not be
exceeded? - correct answer maximum weight, persons, horsepower
According to Florida law, what must a vessel operator do when entering a "no wake"
area? - correct answer slow down to idle speed
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced - correct answer when it is slightly
torn
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - correct answer
checking the oil level before ever outing
What should you do, at a minimum, before leaving for a daytime outing on the water? -
correct answer contact a responsible person and tell him/her where you will be boating
and when you plan to return
How much line should you let out when anchoring? - correct answer 7 to 10 times as
much line as the water depth
