ASA 114 CRUISING CATAMARANS EXAM 2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS| GRADED A+

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ASA 114 CRUISING CATAMARANS EXAM
2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS| GRADED
A+



A catamaran's __________ is derived from the buoyancy in its two
widely separated hulls. Even so, care must be taken to avoid
overloading, and to distribute weight __________. - Correct Answer >
a Stability Evenly



Name four systems or components that must be duplicated on a
catamaran: 1. __________ 2. __________ 3. __________ 4. __________ -
Correct Answer > 1. Engines

2. Running gear

3. Cooling Exhaust

4. Electrical

5. Fuel

6. Bilge Pumps

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The Key To Avoiding A Man Overboard Situation Is To Keep The
Crew Safely On Board By Rigging __________ And Using __________. -
Correct Answer > Jacklines, Tethers




A Tripod Rig Refers To The Arrangement Of A Forestay And
__________ That Support The Mast Without The Need For A ____ _.
- Correct Answer > Shrouds, Backstay



A Forward Projection Of The Bridge Deck Designed To Soften
The Impact Of The Seas Is Called A __________. - Correct Answer >

Nacelle



On Catamaran's Without Fixed Keels, A __________ Slides Vertically
Through A Truck In Each Hull To Provide Lateral Resistance And
Improved Performance When Sailing To __________. - Correct
Answer >
Daggerboard, Windward



Located On The Forward Crossbeam, The __________ __________
Provides Reinforcement To Counter The Effect Of Forestay Tension.
-
Correct Answer > Seagull Striker



The Downward Force Of The Catamaran's Mast Is Supported By
The Center __________ Integrated Into The Bridge Deck Structure.
The Mainsheet Traveler Is Often Mounted Over The __________

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Crossbeam. - Correct Answer > Crossbeam, Aft