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FLORIDA BOAT SAFETY TEST ACTUAL EXAM 180
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
2025/2026 (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS)
All boats operating between sunset and sunrise - ANSWER >>>>Turn on navigation lights
What must you do when anchoring at night? - ANSWER
>>>>Turn on an all-around white light
C
In the United States, what is the safety and distress calling frequency? - ANSWER >>>>VHF
Channel 16
HF Channel 16 - ANSWER >>>>Mechanical
LE
At a minimum, what should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility? -
ST
ANSWER >>>>All around white light
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? - ANSWER
BE
>>>>It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up
When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help avoid a
collision? - ANSWER
>>>>Flashlight
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - ANSWER
>>>>A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? - ANSWER >>>>3
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What type of boat requires navigation lights? - ANSWER
>>>>All boats operating between sunset and sunrise
The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating
(GTWR)? - ANSWER
>>>>5 to 15%
Trailer ratings are based on what? - ANSWER >>>>The total weight of the trailer and boat
What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching? - ANSWER >>>>Put
your life jacket on, secure crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
C
LE
Tide tables contain which of the following? - ANSWER
>>>>The height of the tide
ST
What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon? - ANSWER >>>>Tidal
currents
BE
What should you do when operating a boat in large waves and high wind? - ANSWER
>>>>Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
What is an important step in the fueling process? - ANSWER >>>>Ensuring electrical switches
are off
In many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or greater are required by law to have
what equipment? - ANSWER >>>>Brakes
When retrieving a boat at a ramp what should be avoided?
- ANSWER >>>>Power loading onto the trailer
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How much fuel is it illegal to spill overboard? - ANSWER
>>>>Any amount that causes a sheen
What should you do when operating in conditions of reduced visibility? - ANSWER >>>>Turn
on navigation lights
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel's horn? - ANSWER
>>>>They are indicating a dangerous situation exists
A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following aboard? -
C
ANSWER >>>>Sound signaling device
LE
Which statement is true concerning visual distress signals? - ANSWER >>>>Flares are rated
for day, night or combined day/night use
ST
Boating safety advocates suggest that adults wear a PFD during what activity? - ANSWER
>>>>At all times when on the water
BE
Which of the following is required to have a backfire flame arrestor? - ANSWER >>>>A boat
with a gasoline inboard engine
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - ANSWER
>>>>A whistle or horn
How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked? - ANSWER >>>>Every time it is
worn
Which class of trailer hitch is best suited for a boat and its equipment weighing less than 2,000
pounds? - ANSWER
>>>>Class I
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FLORIDA BOAT SAFETY TEST ACTUAL EXAM 180
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
2025/2026 (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS)
All boats operating between sunset and sunrise - ANSWER >>>>Turn on navigation lights
What must you do when anchoring at night? - ANSWER
>>>>Turn on an all-around white light
C
In the United States, what is the safety and distress calling frequency? - ANSWER >>>>VHF
Channel 16
HF Channel 16 - ANSWER >>>>Mechanical
LE
At a minimum, what should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility? -
ST
ANSWER >>>>All around white light
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? - ANSWER
BE
>>>>It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up
When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help avoid a
collision? - ANSWER
>>>>Flashlight
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - ANSWER
>>>>A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? - ANSWER >>>>3
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What type of boat requires navigation lights? - ANSWER
>>>>All boats operating between sunset and sunrise
The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating
(GTWR)? - ANSWER
>>>>5 to 15%
Trailer ratings are based on what? - ANSWER >>>>The total weight of the trailer and boat
What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching? - ANSWER >>>>Put
your life jacket on, secure crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
C
LE
Tide tables contain which of the following? - ANSWER
>>>>The height of the tide
ST
What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon? - ANSWER >>>>Tidal
currents
BE
What should you do when operating a boat in large waves and high wind? - ANSWER
>>>>Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
What is an important step in the fueling process? - ANSWER >>>>Ensuring electrical switches
are off
In many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or greater are required by law to have
what equipment? - ANSWER >>>>Brakes
When retrieving a boat at a ramp what should be avoided?
- ANSWER >>>>Power loading onto the trailer
2
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How much fuel is it illegal to spill overboard? - ANSWER
>>>>Any amount that causes a sheen
What should you do when operating in conditions of reduced visibility? - ANSWER >>>>Turn
on navigation lights
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel's horn? - ANSWER
>>>>They are indicating a dangerous situation exists
A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following aboard? -
C
ANSWER >>>>Sound signaling device
LE
Which statement is true concerning visual distress signals? - ANSWER >>>>Flares are rated
for day, night or combined day/night use
ST
Boating safety advocates suggest that adults wear a PFD during what activity? - ANSWER
>>>>At all times when on the water
BE
Which of the following is required to have a backfire flame arrestor? - ANSWER >>>>A boat
with a gasoline inboard engine
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - ANSWER
>>>>A whistle or horn
How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked? - ANSWER >>>>Every time it is
worn
Which class of trailer hitch is best suited for a boat and its equipment weighing less than 2,000
pounds? - ANSWER
>>>>Class I
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