Massachusetts boating test ALL Questions and Verified Solutions Latest Update This Year

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Massachusetts boating test ALL Questions and
Verified Solutions Latest Update This Year



QUESTION: A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is _____ out, _____ in, and

_____ in reserve. - ANSWER-1/3 out, 1/3 in, 1/3 in reserve




QUESTION: "Tounge Weight" is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that: - ANSWER-

presses down on the towing hitch




QUESTION: 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 - ANSWER-90%




QUESTION: two strong safety chains should be __________ to support the trailer's coupler in

case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle - ANSWER-crisscrossed




QUESTION: Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer -

ANSWER-well away from the boat




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QUESTION: three engine maintenance tips - ANSWER-I. Keep well tuned/grease & lubricate


II. Check oil levels/change oil


III. Check batteries/check for anything loose




QUESTION: If the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast off the

__________ first when leaving the dock - ANSWER-stern line




QUESTION: the _______ is required to take early substantial action to avoid collision by

stopping, slowing down, or changing course - ANSWER-giveaway vessel




QUESTION: the stand on vessel - ANSWER-must maintain its course and speed unless it

becomes apparent the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action




QUESTION: if you are overtaking another vessel you are the stand on vessel - ANSWER-false




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QUESTION: If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should maintain

course and speed. - ANSWER-false


The port side of a vessel is the _________ side - ANSWER-left




QUESTION: The stern of a vessel is in the ____________ of the vessel - ANSWER-rear




QUESTION: basic types of vessel hulls can be described as - ANSWER-displacement and planing




QUESTION: three basic hull shapes - ANSWER-round bottom, flat bottom, vee bottom




QUESTION: Four length classes of vessels - ANSWER-less than 16 feet


16 to less than 26 feet


26 to less than 40 feet


40 to less than 65 feet




QUESTION: four basic types of engines - ANSWER-outboard, inboard, stern drive, and jet drive.



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