Texas Boater Ed Review UPDATED Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - CORRECT
ANSWER - On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is the most important factor when selecting the right PFD? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Passenger's body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Consult a nautical chart
According to Texas law, what are the age/date requirements for someone to operate a personal
watercraft (PWC) unaccompanied? - CORRECT ANSWER - At or above the age of 13; if
born on or after September 1, 1993, operator must be boater ed certified
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Type I
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an understanding of basic
safety practices? - CORRECT ANSWER - The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Mounted in an accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Increases the likelihood of accidents
, When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - CORRECT ANSWER - When it is
slightly torn
When boating on federally controlled water in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally
required to have on board? - CORRECT ANSWER - U.S. Coast Guard—approved visual
distress signals
What sound-producing device(s) is/are required when boating on Texas waters for an 18-foot
powerboat? - CORRECT ANSWER - A whistle, horn, or other sound-producing device
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
At a steep angle (between 30 and 45 degrees) and into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine and close all windows and doors
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding
According to Texas law, when are people allowed to ride on the gunwales of a vessel that is
underway? - CORRECT ANSWER - Never
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
Questions and CORRECT Answers
How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - CORRECT
ANSWER - On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is the most important factor when selecting the right PFD? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Passenger's body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Consult a nautical chart
According to Texas law, what are the age/date requirements for someone to operate a personal
watercraft (PWC) unaccompanied? - CORRECT ANSWER - At or above the age of 13; if
born on or after September 1, 1993, operator must be boater ed certified
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Type I
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an understanding of basic
safety practices? - CORRECT ANSWER - The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Mounted in an accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Increases the likelihood of accidents
, When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - CORRECT ANSWER - When it is
slightly torn
When boating on federally controlled water in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally
required to have on board? - CORRECT ANSWER - U.S. Coast Guard—approved visual
distress signals
What sound-producing device(s) is/are required when boating on Texas waters for an 18-foot
powerboat? - CORRECT ANSWER - A whistle, horn, or other sound-producing device
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
At a steep angle (between 30 and 45 degrees) and into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine and close all windows and doors
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding
According to Texas law, when are people allowed to ride on the gunwales of a vessel that is
underway? - CORRECT ANSWER - Never
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
