BOATERS LICENSE FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
Which of the following is the SAFEST use of a life jacket or PFD? - Answer -Worn at all
times when in or around the water
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around the
water? - Answer -Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Which of the following is the proper washing procedure for your Personal Flotation
Device (PFD)? - Answer -Mild soap and water
What type of fire extinguisher must be carried onboard smaller motorized vessels, with
installed fuel tanks, that are less than 26 feet in length? - Answer -B I
Where would the RED navigation light be located on the following powerboat? - Answer
-Port (left) side
Which of the following marine distress signals would be most effective when operating
after dark or during restricted visibility? - Answer -Flares
Weather forecasts, particularly on the water, can change quickly. What is the best
method to monitor the weather while out on the water? - Answer -Keep an eye to the
sky to watch for dark clouds and lightning
Which of the following is the BEST method to check for local hazards, especially when
boating in any new or unfamiliar waterways? - Answer -Consult marine charts or ask
local boaters
What information should be included in a Float Plan? - Answer -Date and time to
contact authorities in an emergency
Proper maintenance of a vessel has many benefits, including which of the following? -
Answer -A safer boating experience
When launching your boat, when should you start and test the engine? - Answer -In the
water with the winch line still attached
Which of the following is a proper fueling tip? - Answer -Ensure that the engine is off
and no one is onboard
Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding a pre-departure checklist? -
Answer -They should be used before each trip - regardless of length
, In accordance with Homeland Security measures, recreational boaters should do which
of the following? - Answer -Remain at least 100 yards from US Naval vessels
Vessel operators should reduce speed when approaching which of the following? -
Answer -Swimmers
Which of the following is an example of showing courtesy towards other boaters and
property owners on the water? - Answer -Discuss safe operation with anyone who
operates your boat
Who is responsible for ensuring that all passengers are informed about emergency
procedures? - Answer -The boat operator
Because of the fatiguing effects of the sun, wind and motion of the boat, having one
drink on the water is like having how many on shore? - Answer -3
Which of the following is the best way to help ensure your safety and the safety of
others when operating a vessel? - Answer -Avoid alcohol and drugs when operating
Drugs and alcohol have which of the following effects on boat operators? - Answer -
Diminished coordination
Which of the following is a rule of operator responsibility? - Answer -Always stay alert
In areas of heavy boat traffic, how can the operator reduce the chances of a collision? -
Answer -Assign a responsible passenger to act as a second lookout
Which of the following is a legal requirement for boat operation? - Answer -Operators
must use every available means to determine the risk of a collision
'Safe Speed' can best be defined as which of the following? - Answer -A speed that
allows time and distance to avoid collision
If approaching an area of high traffic density, what should a boat operator do? - Answer
-Slow down
When two vessels are in a crossing a situation, the vessel that must maintain course
and speed (Vessel B), is referred to as which of the following? - Answer -Stand-on
vessel
When two vessels are in a crossing situation on the water, the vessel that must take
early and substantial action to avoid a collision (Vessel A) is called which of the
following? - Answer -Give-way vessel
Which of the following actions is required of Boat A as it approaches the port side of
Boat B in darkness or reduced visibility? - Answer -Give-way to the starboard side
ANSWERS
Which of the following is the SAFEST use of a life jacket or PFD? - Answer -Worn at all
times when in or around the water
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around the
water? - Answer -Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Which of the following is the proper washing procedure for your Personal Flotation
Device (PFD)? - Answer -Mild soap and water
What type of fire extinguisher must be carried onboard smaller motorized vessels, with
installed fuel tanks, that are less than 26 feet in length? - Answer -B I
Where would the RED navigation light be located on the following powerboat? - Answer
-Port (left) side
Which of the following marine distress signals would be most effective when operating
after dark or during restricted visibility? - Answer -Flares
Weather forecasts, particularly on the water, can change quickly. What is the best
method to monitor the weather while out on the water? - Answer -Keep an eye to the
sky to watch for dark clouds and lightning
Which of the following is the BEST method to check for local hazards, especially when
boating in any new or unfamiliar waterways? - Answer -Consult marine charts or ask
local boaters
What information should be included in a Float Plan? - Answer -Date and time to
contact authorities in an emergency
Proper maintenance of a vessel has many benefits, including which of the following? -
Answer -A safer boating experience
When launching your boat, when should you start and test the engine? - Answer -In the
water with the winch line still attached
Which of the following is a proper fueling tip? - Answer -Ensure that the engine is off
and no one is onboard
Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding a pre-departure checklist? -
Answer -They should be used before each trip - regardless of length
, In accordance with Homeland Security measures, recreational boaters should do which
of the following? - Answer -Remain at least 100 yards from US Naval vessels
Vessel operators should reduce speed when approaching which of the following? -
Answer -Swimmers
Which of the following is an example of showing courtesy towards other boaters and
property owners on the water? - Answer -Discuss safe operation with anyone who
operates your boat
Who is responsible for ensuring that all passengers are informed about emergency
procedures? - Answer -The boat operator
Because of the fatiguing effects of the sun, wind and motion of the boat, having one
drink on the water is like having how many on shore? - Answer -3
Which of the following is the best way to help ensure your safety and the safety of
others when operating a vessel? - Answer -Avoid alcohol and drugs when operating
Drugs and alcohol have which of the following effects on boat operators? - Answer -
Diminished coordination
Which of the following is a rule of operator responsibility? - Answer -Always stay alert
In areas of heavy boat traffic, how can the operator reduce the chances of a collision? -
Answer -Assign a responsible passenger to act as a second lookout
Which of the following is a legal requirement for boat operation? - Answer -Operators
must use every available means to determine the risk of a collision
'Safe Speed' can best be defined as which of the following? - Answer -A speed that
allows time and distance to avoid collision
If approaching an area of high traffic density, what should a boat operator do? - Answer
-Slow down
When two vessels are in a crossing a situation, the vessel that must maintain course
and speed (Vessel B), is referred to as which of the following? - Answer -Stand-on
vessel
When two vessels are in a crossing situation on the water, the vessel that must take
early and substantial action to avoid a collision (Vessel A) is called which of the
following? - Answer -Give-way vessel
Which of the following actions is required of Boat A as it approaches the port side of
Boat B in darkness or reduced visibility? - Answer -Give-way to the starboard side
