ALABAMA BOATING TEST EXAM 2024
ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 300
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) / ALREADY GRADED A+
How should a vessel's registration number and
validation decal be displayed? - ....ANSWER...On both
sides of the bow of the boat
What is important when selecting the right PFD for a
passenger? - ....ANSWER...Passenger's body weight
and chest size
What important safety information is found on a
boat's capacity plate? - ....ANSWER...Maximum
weight and/or number of people the boat can carry
safely
,What is the best way to find out about hazards on a
local waterway? - ....ANSWER...Consult a nautical
chart
According to Alabama law, what operators are
required to have completed an approved boating
course in order to operate a PWC? -
....ANSWER...Operators who are 12 years of age or
older
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious
people face up in the water? - ....ANSWER...Type 1
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic
safety practices. Who is responsible for ensuring
this? - ....ANSWER...The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher
on a boat? - ....ANSWER...Mounted in an accessible
location
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced?
- ....ANSWER...When it is slightly torn
,What effect does alcohol have when you are
operating a vessel? - ....ANSWER...Increases the
likelihood of accidents
When boating on federally controlled waters in an
18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally
required to have on board? - ....ANSWER...U.S. Coast
Guard -approved visual distress signals
What sound producing device(s) is required when
boating on Alabama waters in an 18-foot powerboat?
- ....ANSWER...A whistle, a horn, or another sound
device
Which of these provides a warning that dangerous
weather is approaching? - ....ANSWER...Dark clouds
and shifting winds
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine
maintenance program? - ....ANSWER...Checking the
oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking
your vessel? - ....ANSWER...Into the wind or current,
whichever is stronger
, What should you do before fueling your boat? -
....ANSWER...Turn off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings
Where should your trailer be located while you
prepare to launch your vessel? - ....ANSWER...Well
away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? -
....ANSWER...Turn off the engine when passengers
are boarding
Which of the following is an example of careless
operation? - ....ANSWER...Not having enough PFDs on
board
What is the best way to minimize the risk of
drowning while boating? - ....ANSWER...Have
everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
How can you prevent transporting nuisance species
(plants or animals) with your vessel from one
waterway to another? - ....ANSWER...Remove any
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