VERIFIED Q&A GRADED A+
What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water? -
Answer-Try to reboard your boat, even if it is swamped.
Under federal law, which type of boat must have a capacity plate? -
Answer-single-hull boats less than 20 feet in length
What should you leave with a friend or relative before a long outing on the water?
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Answer-float plan
What is the best way to check for gas fumes after fueling a PWC? -
Answer-smell for fumes
What is good for cleaning your vessel and does not harm lakes or
rivers? -
Answer-non-phosphate products
You are getting ready to launch your boat. Where should you park to load your
equipment and gear? -
Answer-well away from the boat ramp and approach lane
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your
boat?
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Answer-shift into reverse gear
When must navigation lights be displayed? -
Answer-From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is restricted
A PWC is overtaking another vessel. Which vessel must give way? -
Answer-The PWC
What should the operator of a stand-on vessel do when encountering a give-way
vessel? -
Answer-Maintain course and speed unless the give-way vessel does not take action.
What should you do to avoid colliding with another vessel? -
Answer-keep a proper lookout for other vessels at all times
Which operators are required to maintain a proper lookout? -
Answer-those operating any type of vessel
What is every vessel operator required to do? -
Answer-Take all necessary action to avoid a collision.
, You are operating during a period of restricted visibility. What should you do? -
Answer-Operate with caution and slow to "idle speed."