BOATING EXAM QUESTONS AND
ANSWERS
When encountering another vessel in darkness or reduced visibility, what do visible red
and green lights indicate? - Answer-you are approaching a sailing vessel head on
Hull Identification Numbers are used to properly identify a vessel and are marked on
which of the following locations? - Answer-Starboard side of the stern
which of the following is the major cause of fatalities involving small vessels? - Answer-
Drowning from falls overboard
what does the save our seas placard, which is required on all vessels greater than 26
feet, outline in detail? - Answer-waste disposal regulations
you are getting ready for a short daytime outing on the water, what info do you tell a
responsible person? - Answer-Where you will be boating and when you plan on
returning
how far should you stay away from military ships? - Answer-You need permission to
approach within 100 yards, and a slow speed within 500 yards of any U.S. Vessel
You are out on the water in foggy conditions. You hear one prolonged blast plus two
short blasts every two minutes. What does this sound signal mean? - Answer-I am a
sailing vessel underway
what should you check to decide if a speed is safe for your boat? - Answer-wind and
water conditions.
what type of anchor should be used only for small, lightweight boats? - Answer-
Mushroom style
you return from the open sea. You see a red buoy, what should you do - Answer-Keep
the buoy on your starboard right side
you see a white buoy with an orange squre and black lettering - Answer-Displays
information or directions.
you see a white buoy with orange bands and an orange diamond. What should you do?
- Answer-Watch out for dangers such as rocks
which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - Answer-
orange crossed diamond
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