NJ BOATING TEST QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
How should a boat's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - Answer-
on both sides of the bow
What are the most important factors in choosing a PFD? - Answer-weight and chest
size
Information on the capacity plate - Answer-number of people, max weight, sometimes
max horsepower
Best way to find out about local hazards - Answer-nautical chart
Minimum age to operate a PWC - Answer-16 years old
Type of PFD that turns most people face up - Answer-off-shore PFD (type 1)
Who is responsible for making sure passengers know all safety information? - Answer-
the operator
Best place to store a fire extinguisher - Answer-in an easily accessible place
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - Answer-when it is torn
What effect does alcohol have on operating a vessel? - Answer-increases the likelihood
of an accident
In federally controlled waters, what equipment is required on an 18 foot boat? - Answer-
USCG approved visual distress signal, PFD, throwable device
sound producing device required on an 18 ft boat in NJ waters - Answer-horn or whistle
What factors provide warning of dangerous weather? - Answer-dark clouds and shifting
winds
part of a regular engine maintenance program - Answer-check the oil
With respect to the wind or current, how should you approach the dock? - Answer-into
the wind
What should you do before fueling? - Answer-stop the engine, close all
doors/windows/hatches
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