Boat Test Questions and Correct Answers

When must navigation lights be displayed? A. at night when there is a risk of collision with another boat B. only when adrift at night C. from sunset to sunrise and during periods of restricted visibility D. only when you are anchored or in fog ANSWER: C How does the effect of alcohol consum...

Federal law mandates that the steering or helm area of a power boat less than 20 feet in length must have which of the following? ANSWER: Capacity plate. Hull Identification Numbers (HINs) are used to properly identify a vessel and are marked on which of the following locations? ANSWER: Sta...

1. How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? ANSWER: both sides of bow of the boat 2. What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? ANSWER: Data needed to for selecting right PFD for passenger body weight and chest size 3. What impor...

EQ-48 When operating your vessel with a VHF radio, what channel must you monitor? ANSWER: 16 EQ-51 On a 15-foot boat, which object is required to be on-board? ANSWER: One USCG-approved PFD for each person TP-1 The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the total weight of the b...

How must an operator measure the length of their vessel? ANSWER: From the outside attachment at the bow to the outside attachment at the stern Under which circumstance may the Maximum Person Capacity of a vessel be exceeded? ANSWER: Never What is the starboard side of a vessel? ANSWER: r...

A capacity plate shows the: ANSWER: Maximum horsepower and weight allowed the minimum height of the state registration numbers that are displayed on a boat ANSWER: 3" If a boat transfers ownership, is destroyed, lost, stolen or recovered, the owner must notify the agency which issued the ce...

Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for avoiding a collision? ~~ The operators of both Boats Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? ~~ Operator What causes the most collisions? ~~ failing to keep proper lookout Two boats are operating near ea...

How will a boat perform if it is loaded beyond its capacity rating? ~~ it will be difficult to control. What is the significatn factor for weatring your life than attempting to put it on in the water? ~~ is difficult to do quickly since life jackets have considerable bouyancy. What is a charac...

What should divers or snorkelers keep in mind while out on the water? ~~ Divers should remain within a reasonabledistance from the diver down flag Which of the following is an accurate consideration to keep in mind for safeguarding an individual who is being towed? - Keep the engine running wh...

How will a boat perform if it is loaded beyond its capacity rating? ~~ it will be difficult to control. What is the significatn factor for weatring your life than attempting to put it on in the water? ~~ is difficult to do quickly since life jackets have considerable bouyancy. What is a charac...

57. How long should you run your boat's power ventilation system (exhaust blower) in order to eliminate fuel vapors in the bilge? a. at least 30 seconds b. at least 4 minutes c. at least 20 minutes d. run it continuously while operating ~~ 58. How do you treat a victim of cold water immersi...

You are docking your boat. The current is pushing you toward the dock. What is the best way to dock? ~~ D Approach parallel to the dock. Let the current push you in. A powerboat is about to cross paths with a sailboat under sail. What should the powerboat do? ~~ Do whatever is necessary to st...

Who should know where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals in a vessel? ~~ Everyone on it Before allowing anyone to operate your vessel, you should ____________________________________________________. ~~ Make sure they know how to. What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyon...

In New Jersey, with the exception of personal watercraft (PWCs), canoes and kayaks, ALL other recreational boats 16 feet or more in length are required to carry at least one of what type of personal flotation device (PFD)? ~~ Type IV: Throwable Device According to the Rule of Responsibility, b...