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What is the main reason for assuming the HELP position
when you are stranded in the water? [ Ans: ] reduces heat
loss
What is the important safety information found on a
boat's capacity plate? [ Ans: ] maximum weight and/or
number of people the boat can carry safely
What is the best way to avoid overloading your boat? [
Ans: ] Don't exceed the limits listed on the capacity plate.
What should you leave with a friend or relative before a
long outing on the water? [ Ans: ] float plan
Where should your passengers be while the boat is tied to
the dock for fueling? [ Ans: ] on the dock and away from
the boat
How full should you fill the fuel tank on a PWC? [ Ans: ]
Leave a little empty space in the tank.
What is the best way to clean the hull of your vessel to
protect the environment? [ Ans: ] Use plain water or non-
phosphate detergent.
, You are getting ready to launch your boat. Where should
you park to load your equipment and gear? [ Ans: ] 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? [ Ans: ] Shift into reverse
gear.
If the wind or current is pushing your boat away from the
dock as you prepare to dock, which line should you secure
first? [ Ans: ] bow line
When must navigation lights be displayed? [ Ans: ] From
sunset to sunrise and when visibility is restricted
You are operating a powerboat at night. Your green
sidelight must be visible to boats approaching from which
direction(s)? [ Ans: ] head-on and starboard (right)
A motorboat and a PWC are meeting head-on. Which one is
the stand-on vessel? [ Ans: ] neither
You encounter another boat. You assess the situation and
determine that you are the give-way vessel. What must
you do? [ Ans: ] Take early and substantial action to keep
well away.
Which of these causes the most collisions? [ Ans: ] failing
to keep a proper lookout
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? [
Ans: ] operator