TX Boater Education Certification Exam
Review Questions With Guaranteed Pass
Solutions (2025-2026) Updated.
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - Answer passenger's
body weight and chest size
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - Answer Consult a
nautical chart.
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - Answer Type I
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - Answer mounted in an
accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - Answer increases the
likelihood of accidents
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on Texas waters in an 18-foot
powerboat? - Answer a whistle, horn, or other means to make an efficient signal
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - Answer checking the
oil level before ever outing
What should you do before fueling your boat? - Answer Turn off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - Answer Turn off the engine when passengers
are boarding.
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - Answer Have everyone
wear an appropriate life jacket at all times.
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? - Answer where to
, Which is true about operating a boat in Texas while intoxicated? - Answer By operating a
vessel on Texas waters, a boater has consented to alcohol testing if arrested by a law
enforcement officer.
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - Answer You have
enough time to avoid a collision
According to Texas boating law, which of these is considered legal operation? - Answer
operating at a speed that does not endanger others if no speed limit is posted
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an
emergency? - Answer Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering? -
Answer exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance from the U.S. Naval
vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed? - Answer 500 yards
What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? - Answer Keep centered in the
boat.
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident? - Answer
to provide assistance
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia? - Answer
when immersed in cold water
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting
the weight away from the point of impact? - Answer Stop the engine and lift the outdrive.
According to Texas law, what age person must be supervised by a person 18 years of age or
older on board the vessel in order to operate a personal watercraft? - Answer those less than
13 years of age
Review Questions With Guaranteed Pass
Solutions (2025-2026) Updated.
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - Answer passenger's
body weight and chest size
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - Answer Consult a
nautical chart.
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - Answer Type I
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - Answer mounted in an
accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - Answer increases the
likelihood of accidents
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on Texas waters in an 18-foot
powerboat? - Answer a whistle, horn, or other means to make an efficient signal
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - Answer checking the
oil level before ever outing
What should you do before fueling your boat? - Answer Turn off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - Answer Turn off the engine when passengers
are boarding.
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - Answer Have everyone
wear an appropriate life jacket at all times.
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? - Answer where to
, Which is true about operating a boat in Texas while intoxicated? - Answer By operating a
vessel on Texas waters, a boater has consented to alcohol testing if arrested by a law
enforcement officer.
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - Answer You have
enough time to avoid a collision
According to Texas boating law, which of these is considered legal operation? - Answer
operating at a speed that does not endanger others if no speed limit is posted
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an
emergency? - Answer Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering? -
Answer exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance from the U.S. Naval
vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed? - Answer 500 yards
What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? - Answer Keep centered in the
boat.
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident? - Answer
to provide assistance
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia? - Answer
when immersed in cold water
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting
the weight away from the point of impact? - Answer Stop the engine and lift the outdrive.
According to Texas law, what age person must be supervised by a person 18 years of age or
older on board the vessel in order to operate a personal watercraft? - Answer those less than
13 years of age
