Boating Test- DNR final questions and
answers 2025\2026 A+ Grade
The port side of a vessel is the _________ side
- correct answer left
The stern of a vessel is the _____ of the vessel.
- correct answer rear
Basic types of vessel hulls be described as ?
- correct answer displacement and planing
Name three basic hull shapes.
- correct answer Flat-bottomed,Vee-bottomed, and Round bottomed.
What are the four length classes of vessels
- correct answer Class A Less than 16 feet
Class 1 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3 40 feet to less than 65 feet
List the four basic types of engines?
- correct answer Outboards, inboards, stern drives, jet drives
What are sterndrive and inboard engines?
- correct answer automotive engines adapted for marine use.
the U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be?
- correct answer Inboard vessels > 16ft
, Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels.. true or false?
- correct answer false
What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
- correct answer The maximum weight capacity and the maximum number of people.
list three things that should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing
- correct answer fill out a float plan, give it to a friend or relative, and let them know when you return.
Name three things that you should do while filling the fuel tank of your vessel.
- correct answer tie boat to the dock, shut fuel values, and close all windows and doors.
A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC?
- correct answer 1/3 out, 1/3 in, and 1/3 in reserve
If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than _________ percent of the
recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer.
- correct answer 90%
What is tongue weight?
- correct answer the amount of loaded trailer weight that presses down on the towing hitch.
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 away from the boat ramp
Name three engine maintenance tips
- correct answer check hull fittings, clean all ropes, and clean sails.
answers 2025\2026 A+ Grade
The port side of a vessel is the _________ side
- correct answer left
The stern of a vessel is the _____ of the vessel.
- correct answer rear
Basic types of vessel hulls be described as ?
- correct answer displacement and planing
Name three basic hull shapes.
- correct answer Flat-bottomed,Vee-bottomed, and Round bottomed.
What are the four length classes of vessels
- correct answer Class A Less than 16 feet
Class 1 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3 40 feet to less than 65 feet
List the four basic types of engines?
- correct answer Outboards, inboards, stern drives, jet drives
What are sterndrive and inboard engines?
- correct answer automotive engines adapted for marine use.
the U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be?
- correct answer Inboard vessels > 16ft
, Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels.. true or false?
- correct answer false
What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
- correct answer The maximum weight capacity and the maximum number of people.
list three things that should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing
- correct answer fill out a float plan, give it to a friend or relative, and let them know when you return.
Name three things that you should do while filling the fuel tank of your vessel.
- correct answer tie boat to the dock, shut fuel values, and close all windows and doors.
A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC?
- correct answer 1/3 out, 1/3 in, and 1/3 in reserve
If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than _________ percent of the
recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer.
- correct answer 90%
What is tongue weight?
- correct answer the amount of loaded trailer weight that presses down on the towing hitch.
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 away from the boat ramp
Name three engine maintenance tips
- correct answer check hull fittings, clean all ropes, and clean sails.
