Massachusetts boating test questions and
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The port side of a vessel is the _________ side - correct answer -left
The stern of a vessel is in the ____________ of the vessel - correct answer -rear
basic types of vessel hulls can be described as - correct answer -displacement and planing
three basic hull shapes - correct answer -round bottom, flat bottom, vee bottom
Four length classes of vessels - correct answer -less than 16 feet
16 to less than 26 feet
26 to less than 40 feet
40 to less than 65 feet
four basic types of engines - correct answer -outboard, inboard, stern drive, and jet drive.
stern drive and inboard engines are - correct answer -automotive engines adapted for marine use
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the u.s. coast guard considers personal watercraft to be - correct answer -inboard vessels
personal watercraft are not subjected to the laws and requirements of other vessels - correct answer -
false
impeller - correct answer -Device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering
nozzle at the rear of the vessel
three things you should do when filling the fuel tank of your vessel - correct answer -keep nozzle in
contact with tank
fill tank slowly to avoid spilling
never fill to brim
A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is _____ out, _____ in, and _____ in reserve. -
correct answer -1/3 out, 1/3 in, 1/3 in reserve
"Tounge Weight" is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that: - correct answer -presses down on
the towing hitch
If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than ______ of the recommended load
capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer - correct answer -90%
two strong safety chains should be __________ to support the trailer's coupler in case it becomes
disconnected from the towing vehicle - correct answer -crisscrossed
Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer - correct answer -well away
from the boat
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solution 2025/2026
three engine maintenance tips - correct answer -I. Keep well tuned/grease & lubricate
II. Check oil levels/change oil
III. Check batteries/check for anything loose
If the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast off the __________ first when
leaving the dock - correct answer -stern line
the _______ is required to take early substantial action to avoid collision by stopping, slowing down, or
changing course - correct answer -giveaway vessel
the stand on vessel - correct answer -must maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent
the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action
if you are overtaking another vessel you are the stand on vessel - correct answer -false
If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should maintain course and speed. -
correct answer -false
2nd offense of the Common's Distracted Driving Law has a penalty of ___
A. a $250 fine
B. a $250 fine and completion of an authorized distracted driving class
C. a $1000 fine
D. an insurance surcharge
a $250 fine and completion of an authorized distracted driving class
Does a drug possession conviction from another state affect your MA driver's license?
A. no
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solution 2025/2026
The port side of a vessel is the _________ side - correct answer -left
The stern of a vessel is in the ____________ of the vessel - correct answer -rear
basic types of vessel hulls can be described as - correct answer -displacement and planing
three basic hull shapes - correct answer -round bottom, flat bottom, vee bottom
Four length classes of vessels - correct answer -less than 16 feet
16 to less than 26 feet
26 to less than 40 feet
40 to less than 65 feet
four basic types of engines - correct answer -outboard, inboard, stern drive, and jet drive.
stern drive and inboard engines are - correct answer -automotive engines adapted for marine use
, Massachusetts boating test questions and
correct verified answers 100% complete
solution 2025/2026
the u.s. coast guard considers personal watercraft to be - correct answer -inboard vessels
personal watercraft are not subjected to the laws and requirements of other vessels - correct answer -
false
impeller - correct answer -Device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering
nozzle at the rear of the vessel
three things you should do when filling the fuel tank of your vessel - correct answer -keep nozzle in
contact with tank
fill tank slowly to avoid spilling
never fill to brim
A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is _____ out, _____ in, and _____ in reserve. -
correct answer -1/3 out, 1/3 in, 1/3 in reserve
"Tounge Weight" is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that: - correct answer -presses down on
the towing hitch
If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than ______ of the recommended load
capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer - correct answer -90%
two strong safety chains should be __________ to support the trailer's coupler in case it becomes
disconnected from the towing vehicle - correct answer -crisscrossed
Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer - correct answer -well away
from the boat
, Massachusetts boating test questions and
correct verified answers 100% complete
solution 2025/2026
three engine maintenance tips - correct answer -I. Keep well tuned/grease & lubricate
II. Check oil levels/change oil
III. Check batteries/check for anything loose
If the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast off the __________ first when
leaving the dock - correct answer -stern line
the _______ is required to take early substantial action to avoid collision by stopping, slowing down, or
changing course - correct answer -giveaway vessel
the stand on vessel - correct answer -must maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent
the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action
if you are overtaking another vessel you are the stand on vessel - correct answer -false
If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should maintain course and speed. -
correct answer -false
2nd offense of the Common's Distracted Driving Law has a penalty of ___
A. a $250 fine
B. a $250 fine and completion of an authorized distracted driving class
C. a $1000 fine
D. an insurance surcharge
a $250 fine and completion of an authorized distracted driving class
Does a drug possession conviction from another state affect your MA driver's license?
A. no
