BoatUS Foundation Lesson 2
(JacobAlley55) Correct Questions &
Answers
On power-driven vessels, which of the following is true of navigation lights? - ANSWER
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility
According to the Navigation Rules, a rapidly ringing bell every minute signals what? -
ANSWER A boat at anchor in the fog
Which of the following is true of a carburetor backfire flame arrestor? - ANSWER
Prevents explosions on inboard gasoline engines
Which type of fire extinguisher should be onboard a vessel with a permanently installed
fuel tank? - ANSWER Type B
Every person aboard a personal watercraft is required to wear what in Virginia? -
ANSWER A personal floatation device
What is the USCG-approved meaning of "serviceable condition" for PFDs? - ANSWER
Straps and zippers work
USCG regulations require that a 14 foot powerboat carry which of the following items
between sunset and sunrise? - ANSWER Navigations Lights
Which of the following items is/are required on a 12 foot inflatable dinghy? - ANSWER A
PFD for everyone aboard
How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked? - ANSWER Every time it is
worn
When not below deck or in an enclosed cabin, children under what age must wear
PFDs when boating in Virginia? - ANSWER 13
(JacobAlley55) Correct Questions &
Answers
On power-driven vessels, which of the following is true of navigation lights? - ANSWER
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility
According to the Navigation Rules, a rapidly ringing bell every minute signals what? -
ANSWER A boat at anchor in the fog
Which of the following is true of a carburetor backfire flame arrestor? - ANSWER
Prevents explosions on inboard gasoline engines
Which type of fire extinguisher should be onboard a vessel with a permanently installed
fuel tank? - ANSWER Type B
Every person aboard a personal watercraft is required to wear what in Virginia? -
ANSWER A personal floatation device
What is the USCG-approved meaning of "serviceable condition" for PFDs? - ANSWER
Straps and zippers work
USCG regulations require that a 14 foot powerboat carry which of the following items
between sunset and sunrise? - ANSWER Navigations Lights
Which of the following items is/are required on a 12 foot inflatable dinghy? - ANSWER A
PFD for everyone aboard
How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked? - ANSWER Every time it is
worn
When not below deck or in an enclosed cabin, children under what age must wear
PFDs when boating in Virginia? - ANSWER 13
