Michigan Boater's Safety Course Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025 Latest Version!!
What condition occurs when the body loses heat quicker than it can generate it?
Hypothermia
When a fire starts on your boat underway, what actions should you take?
Stop the vessel and pu...
Michigan Boater's Safety Course Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025 Latest Version!!
What condition occurs when the body loses heat quicker than it can generate it?
Hypothermia
When a fire starts on your boat underway, what actions should you take?
Stop the vessel and put on a personal flotation device (PFD); Keep the fire downwind; Shut off the
fuel supply; Aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the flames
What immediate danger arises when immersed in cold water?
Involuntary gasping, leading to water inhalation and drowning
What does HELP stand for in cold water survival?
Heart; Escape; Lessening; Posture
What are four common signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Nausea; Headache; Dizziness; Weakness
How can bleeding be stopped effectively?
By applying direct pressure to the wound
What are the different length classifications for boats?
Class A: Less than 16 feet
Class 1: 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2: 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3: 40 feet to less than 65 feet
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, What are the four main types of boat engines?
Outboard; Inboard; Sterndrive; Jet Drive
Which types of engines are automotive engines adapted for marine use?
Stern drive and inboard engines
What type of engine is considered an inboard engine by the U.S. Coast Guard?
Personal watercraft engines
True or False: Personal watercraft are exempt from the same laws as other vessels.
False
What is the device that pumps water under pressure through a nozzle at the rear of a vessel?
Impeller
What information can you expect to find on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
Capacity (in pounds, number of people); Recommended maximum horsepower
What should be included in your float plan before going on an extended boating trip?
Vessel's description (number, size, make, etc.); Passenger information (how many, names,
addresses, etc.); Trip plan
While refueling your boat, what precautions should you take?
Keep the nozzle in contact with the tank opening; Fill the tank slowly to avoid spills; Never overfill
What is the 1/3 rule for fuel in a personal watercraft?
1/3 out, 1/3 in, and 1/3 in reserve
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