2025 ALABAMA BOATING LICENSE FINAL EXAM QUESTION
WITH ANSWERS 2025/2026
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? - Where to
find the PFDs and visual distress signals
What is the main function of and ignition safety switch? - To shut off the engine if the
operator is thrown overboard
In Alabama, how far must a vessel stay from a driver-down flag? - 100 feet
How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land? -
Much greater effect while boating
Which is true about operating a boat in Alabama while intoxicated? - By operating a
vessel on Alabama waters, a boat must submit to testing for blood alcohol concentration
When two vessels are operating in the same general area who is responsible for
avoiding collision? - The operators of both vessels
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - You have
enough time to avoid collision
What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers? -
To mark the edges of safe water areas
According to Alabama boating law, which of these is considered legal operation? -
Operating at less that 5 mph in a "slow, no wake" speed area
When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power-driven
vessel? - When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven vessel
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of
an emergency? - Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel (other than a
PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a capable observer on board in addition to
the operator? - A wide-angle rearview mirror
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black
lettering? - Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous? - It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and
can be fatal
WITH ANSWERS 2025/2026
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? - Where to
find the PFDs and visual distress signals
What is the main function of and ignition safety switch? - To shut off the engine if the
operator is thrown overboard
In Alabama, how far must a vessel stay from a driver-down flag? - 100 feet
How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land? -
Much greater effect while boating
Which is true about operating a boat in Alabama while intoxicated? - By operating a
vessel on Alabama waters, a boat must submit to testing for blood alcohol concentration
When two vessels are operating in the same general area who is responsible for
avoiding collision? - The operators of both vessels
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - You have
enough time to avoid collision
What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers? -
To mark the edges of safe water areas
According to Alabama boating law, which of these is considered legal operation? -
Operating at less that 5 mph in a "slow, no wake" speed area
When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power-driven
vessel? - When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven vessel
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of
an emergency? - Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel (other than a
PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a capable observer on board in addition to
the operator? - A wide-angle rearview mirror
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black
lettering? - Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous? - It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and
can be fatal
