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ILEARNTOBOAT COURSE 2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS| ACE
YOUR GRADES.
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be
included in the plan? - correct answer -registration number, size,
and make of your boat
How to piss off docked/parked boats? - correct answer -drive it
just above idle speed so your boat pushes a big wake. Either idle
or get on plane bro.
You need to refuel your pwc. When should you check for gas
fumes? - correct answer -after fueling and before starting the
engine
How can you prevent static sparks while filling your boat's fuel
tank? - correct answer -keep contact between the tank and the
fuel spout.
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Which statement regarding vessel maintenance is true?
- when storing a vessel for a long time, it is best to keep it in the
sun and uncovered.
- when cleaning a vessel, use regular household detergents and
cleaners.
- when replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use
automotive parts.
- when preparing your vessel for cold weather, use antifreeze that
contains ethylene glycol. - correct answer -when replacing
electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive parts.
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto
a trailer? - correct answer -the propeller's wash can create a large
hole just beyond the ramp.
You are docking your boat. There is no wind or current. What is
the best way to dock? - correct answer -approach the dock slowly
at a narrow angle (about 20 degrees).
How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is
pushing you toward the dock? - correct answer -approach parallel
to the dock and allow the wind or current to push you in.
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When boating at night, what does a single white light on a boat
tell you? - correct answer -you are overtaking another boat or it is
anchored.
You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red and white
lights on another boat. What should you do? - correct answer -
give way to the other vessel.
A pwc is overtaking another vessel. Which vessel must give way?
- correct answer -the pwc
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that
must maintain its course and speed? - correct answer -the stand-
on vessel
Which of these causes the most collisions?
- carrying alcohol on board a vessel
- failing to keep a proper lookout
- jumping the wake of other vessels
ILEARNTOBOAT COURSE 2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS| ACE
YOUR GRADES.
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be
included in the plan? - correct answer -registration number, size,
and make of your boat
How to piss off docked/parked boats? - correct answer -drive it
just above idle speed so your boat pushes a big wake. Either idle
or get on plane bro.
You need to refuel your pwc. When should you check for gas
fumes? - correct answer -after fueling and before starting the
engine
How can you prevent static sparks while filling your boat's fuel
tank? - correct answer -keep contact between the tank and the
fuel spout.
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Which statement regarding vessel maintenance is true?
- when storing a vessel for a long time, it is best to keep it in the
sun and uncovered.
- when cleaning a vessel, use regular household detergents and
cleaners.
- when replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use
automotive parts.
- when preparing your vessel for cold weather, use antifreeze that
contains ethylene glycol. - correct answer -when replacing
electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive parts.
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto
a trailer? - correct answer -the propeller's wash can create a large
hole just beyond the ramp.
You are docking your boat. There is no wind or current. What is
the best way to dock? - correct answer -approach the dock slowly
at a narrow angle (about 20 degrees).
How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is
pushing you toward the dock? - correct answer -approach parallel
to the dock and allow the wind or current to push you in.
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When boating at night, what does a single white light on a boat
tell you? - correct answer -you are overtaking another boat or it is
anchored.
You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red and white
lights on another boat. What should you do? - correct answer -
give way to the other vessel.
A pwc is overtaking another vessel. Which vessel must give way?
- correct answer -the pwc
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that
must maintain its course and speed? - correct answer -the stand-
on vessel
Which of these causes the most collisions?
- carrying alcohol on board a vessel
- failing to keep a proper lookout
- jumping the wake of other vessels
