Florida Boating Certification Exam
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What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed
diamond and "Swim Area" in black lettering? - ANS ✅an area
where vessels are prohibited and only swimming allowed
As you enter a harbor from the open sea, you see a red nun buoy.
How should you pass it? - ANS ✅keep it on your starboard (right)
side
What is indicated by this white marker with an orange circle and
a black lettering? - ANS ✅a controlled area where a boater must
proceed at a speed no greater than that which will maintain steerage
and headway
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local
waterway? - ANS ✅consult a nautical chart
What should you do if you see a mud trail in your wake indicating
you are in a seagrass area? - ANS ✅stop your vessel, silt the
motor, and pole or walk the vessel out of the sea-grass bed.
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Boaters operating in rivers, inlets, or navigation channels must
make a reasonable effort to stay certain distance from a divers-
down flag or buoy. - ANS ✅100 feet
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows
what to do in case of an emergency? - ANS ✅conduct an
emergency drill with the passengers.
What appears on the capacity plate of a powerboat and, by
Florida law, must not be exceeded? - ANS ✅maximum weight,
persons, horsepower
According to Florida law, what must a vessel operator do when
entering a "no wake" area? - ANS ✅slow down to idle speed
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced - ANS
✅when it is slightly torn
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance
program? - ANS ✅checking the oil level before ever outing
What should you do, at a minimum, before leaving for a daytime
outing on the water? - ANS ✅contact a responsible person and tell
him/her where you will be boating and when you plan to return
How much line should you let out when anchoring? - ANS ✅7 to
10 times as much line as the water depth
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