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Boat Safety
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already passed with high grade.
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already passed with high grade.
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already passed with high grade.
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already passed with high grade.
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already passed with high grade.
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Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already
passed with high grade.
Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already
passed with high grade.
All boats operating between sunset and sunrise - CORRECT ANSWER Turn on
navigation lights
What must you do when anchoring at night? - CORRECT ANSWER Turn on an all-
around white light
In the United States, what is the safety and distress calling frequency? - CORRECT
ANSWER VHF Channel 16
HF Channel 16 - CORRECT ANSWER Mechanical
At a minimum, what should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility?
- CORRECT ANSWER All around white light
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? - CORRECT ANSWER It will not turn most
unconscious wearers face-up
When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help
avoid a collision? - CORRECT ANSWER Flashlight
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? -
CORRECT ANSWER A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? -
CORRECT ANSWER 3
What type of boat requires navigation lights? - CORRECT ANSWER All boats operating
between sunset and sunrise
The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating
(GTWR)? - CORRECT ANSWER 5 to 15%
Trailer ratings are based on what? - CORRECT ANSWER The total weight of the trailer
and boat
What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching? - CORRECT
ANSWER Put your life jacket on, secure crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
Tide tables contain which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER The height of the tide
, Boat Safety Test FLORIDA Already
passed with high grade.
What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon? - CORRECT
ANSWER Tidal currents
What should you do when operating a boat in large waves and high wind? - CORRECT
ANSWER Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
What is an important step in the fueling process? - CORRECT ANSWER Ensuring
electrical switches are off
In many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or greater are required by law to
have what equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER Brakes
When retrieving a boat at a ramp what should be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER
Power loading onto the trailer
How much fuel is it illegal to spill overboard? - CORRECT ANSWER Any amount that
causes a sheen
What should you do when operating in conditions of reduced visibility? - CORRECT
ANSWER Turn on navigation lights
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel's horn? -
CORRECT ANSWER They are indicating a dangerous situation exists
A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following
aboard? - CORRECT ANSWER Sound signaling device
Which statement is true concerning visual distress signals? - CORRECT ANSWER
Flares are rated for day, night or combined day/night use
Boating safety advocates suggest that adults wear a PFD during what activity? -
CORRECT ANSWER At all times when on the water
Which of the following is required to have a backfire flame arrestor? - CORRECT
ANSWER A boat with a gasoline inboard engine
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? -
CORRECT ANSWER A whistle or horn
How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked? - CORRECT ANSWER
Every time it is worn
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