California Boating Certification Exam Question and Answers [100% Correct] 2025 Latest!
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CA Boating
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CA Boating
California Boating Certification Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025 Latest!
What is the greatest risk factor for developing hypothermia in a person?
water
Being immersed in cold
If a boat is overloaded beyond its capacity, what is the likely consequence?
control...
California Boating Certification Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025 Latest!
What is the greatest risk factor for developing hypothermia in a person? Being immersed in cold
water
If a boat is overloaded beyond its capacity, what is the likely consequence? It will be difficult to
control
Who should a life jacket be sized for when on a vessel? It's intended wearer
What is required to be on board a 15ft boat? One Coast Guard approved life jacket for each
person
When should adults wear Coast Guard approved life jackets? When in bad weather
What should be done with a Coast Guard approved life jacket that is discolored and has a torn strap?
Discard and replace it
Why should boat operators watch their wake when near other boats or in congested areas? It may
cause personal injury or damage
What should be inspected as part of annual maintenance on a gasoline-powered boat?
Examination of thru-hull fittings for signs of leakage or corrosion
Who is primarily responsible for the safety of everyone aboard a recreational boat? Boat operator
Where are gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate on a boat? Bilge
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, How does alcohol consumption affect boat operators or passengers? Physical reactions become
slower
What happens to a person's reasoning ability when they are under the influence of alcohol? It
becomes weaker
How does drinking alcohol while boating affect other aspects of being on the water? It increases
feelings of fatigue
What is the first thing to do if a passenger falls overboard while the boat is anchored? Throw a
type IV Coast Guard approved life jacket to the passenger
What is the most important factor in determining a safe vessel speed? Traffic Density
What should be considered when determining a safe speed according to navigation rules? The
state of visibility
When a power-driven vessel is overtaken by a sailboat, which vessel stands on? The power-driven
vessel
What should you do when you hear the fog signal of another boat that you cannot see? Slow to
minimum speed
What is the proper method for lowering an anchor? From the bow
What is the primary responsibility of a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress? Keeping his/her
vessel and him/herself out of danger
Where should you aim the fire extinguisher stream when putting out a fire? At the base of the fire
and use a sweeping motion
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