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When do you need to clean your boat? - ANSWER Before you leave the ramp.
Why are you responsible for your own wake? - ANSWER You can cause harm to
others if you aren't paying attention.
When can you overlook a navigation rule? - ANSWER When you are in
immediate danger.
What is a safe speed while operating a boat? - ANSWER The speed that ensures you
will have ample time to avoid a collision and can stop within an appropriate distance.
What colors are regulatory markers? - ANSWER Orange and white.
What color should you see on your right side? - ANSWER red
How do you set your anchor? - ANSWER Sail into wind or current, then lower the
anchor, them drift/ power backwards letting out rode, then take your bearings.
What is the trip line attached to? - ANSWER The anchor
, How do you retrieve your anchor? - ANSWER Approach anchor slowly, then take in
and stow the rode, finally when you are over the anchor pull to free.
If your anchor is stuck what should you do? - ANSWER Cleat line, power over and
past the anchor, and take in the rode.
Which channel is the distress channel on a VHF radio? - ANSWER Channel 16
What is the calling channel? - ANSWER Channel 19
What are the working channels? - ANSWER 68, 69, 71, 72, and 78
What is the typical radio range? - ANSWER 25 NM (line of sight)
What is the radios range based on? - ANSWER Height of antenna, and the
transmitted power
What does WILCO mean? - ANSWER I have received message, understand it and
will comply.
What does mayday mean - ANSWER immediate danger