ALABAMA BOATING
TEST QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS.
1. What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on
fire? - correct answer -B. Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put
out the fire with a extinguisher.
2. If your inboard/outboard boat runs around, what action should
you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point
of impact? - correct answer -A. Stop the engine and lift the
outdrive
3. Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in PWC? -
correct answer -B. Letting off the throttle control
4. According to Alabama law, what age person who has boater
safety certification may operate a personal watercraft without
supervision? - correct answer -B. Those at least 14 years of
age
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5. According to Alabama law, during what hours is it legal to tow a
person behind a boat on water skis or other device? - correct
answer -D. Between one hour before sunrise and one after
sunset.
6. What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout? -
correct answer -C. Watch for navigational hazards
7. Which of the following is legal operation of a PWC in Alabama?
- correct answer -A. Crossing at right angles to another vessel
when visibility is unobstructed
8. In Alabama, what are the recommended hours for personal
watercraft operation? - correct answer -B. between sunset and
sunrise (daylight hours)
9. Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? - correct
answer -C. to avoid collisions