Alabama Boating Test Chapter 4 Study Guide 100% Pass
What is the number assigned and imprinted by the vessel manufacturer and is unique to your vessel?
-Ans>>Hull Identification Number
It is a reckless operation to allow passengers to ride __________ or ___________ while underway. -
Ans>>bow or gunwale
If you blood alcohol concentration is above the legal limit, it is illegal to ___________ a vessel. -
Ans>>operate
What are three things required for a PFD to be legal? -Ans>>approved, in good condition, and readily
accessible
PFD Type 1 -Ans>>Offshore Life Jacket
PFD Type 2 -Ans>>Near-Shore Vests
PFD Type 3 -Ans>>Flotation Aids
PFD Type 4 -Ans>>Throwable Devices
PFD Type 5 -Ans>>Special-Use Devices
Type ______ PFDs are required on vessels 16 feet or longer -Ans>>4
PWC operators, no matter what age, must wear a: -Ans>>PFD
Fire extinguishers should be placed in an area that is _________ and not near the ____________. -
Ans>>accessible; engine
It is recommended that you wait at least __________ minutes after turning on your vessel's blower
and before starting you engine. -Ans>>4
For an 18-foot powerboat, required navigation lights include red light on the __________, green light
on the _____________, and ____________. -Ans>>port; starboard; a white light
A 16-foot canoe away from the dock after dark must have on hand at least a _________ or
__________. -Ans>>flashlight or lantern
Name three visual distress signals used at night: -Ans>>red flares, red meteors, and electric light
Describe the appearance of a divers flag. -Ans>>red with white diagonal stripe
If an observer is on board while pulling a skier behind the vessel, the vessel should be rated to carry at
least _______ people. -Ans>>three
Water-skiers may be towed at night with proper lighting. (T/F) -Ans>>false
It is illegal to discharge _____________, _____________, or ______________ into federally controlled
or state waters. -Ans>>waste, oil, or trash
You must report an accident you are involved in if it results in _______________, _______________,
or _______________. -Ans>>death, serious injury, or property damage
What is the number assigned and imprinted by the vessel manufacturer and is unique to your vessel?
-Ans>>Hull Identification Number
It is a reckless operation to allow passengers to ride __________ or ___________ while underway. -
Ans>>bow or gunwale
If you blood alcohol concentration is above the legal limit, it is illegal to ___________ a vessel. -
Ans>>operate
What are three things required for a PFD to be legal? -Ans>>approved, in good condition, and readily
accessible
PFD Type 1 -Ans>>Offshore Life Jacket
PFD Type 2 -Ans>>Near-Shore Vests
PFD Type 3 -Ans>>Flotation Aids
PFD Type 4 -Ans>>Throwable Devices
PFD Type 5 -Ans>>Special-Use Devices
Type ______ PFDs are required on vessels 16 feet or longer -Ans>>4
PWC operators, no matter what age, must wear a: -Ans>>PFD
Fire extinguishers should be placed in an area that is _________ and not near the ____________. -
Ans>>accessible; engine
It is recommended that you wait at least __________ minutes after turning on your vessel's blower
and before starting you engine. -Ans>>4
For an 18-foot powerboat, required navigation lights include red light on the __________, green light
on the _____________, and ____________. -Ans>>port; starboard; a white light
A 16-foot canoe away from the dock after dark must have on hand at least a _________ or
__________. -Ans>>flashlight or lantern
Name three visual distress signals used at night: -Ans>>red flares, red meteors, and electric light
Describe the appearance of a divers flag. -Ans>>red with white diagonal stripe
If an observer is on board while pulling a skier behind the vessel, the vessel should be rated to carry at
least _______ people. -Ans>>three
Water-skiers may be towed at night with proper lighting. (T/F) -Ans>>false
It is illegal to discharge _____________, _____________, or ______________ into federally controlled
or state waters. -Ans>>waste, oil, or trash
You must report an accident you are involved in if it results in _______________, _______________,
or _______________. -Ans>>death, serious injury, or property damage
