California Boating Final Exam B *Q&A* (100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
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California Boating Final Exam B *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What is the greatest risk for developing hypothermia?
How does an overloaded boat behave?
Being immersed in cold water
It will be difficult to control
For whom should a life jacket on your vessel be si...
California Boating Final Exam B *Q&A*
(100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What is the greatest risk for developing hypothermia? Being immersed in cold water
How does an overloaded boat behave? It will be difficult to control
For whom should a life jacket on your vessel be sized? It's intended wearer
What is required on a 15-foot boat? One Coast Guard approved lifejacket for each person
When should adults wear Coast Guard approved life jackets? At all times when aboard
What should be done with a Coast Guard approved life jacket that is badly discolored and has a torn
strap? Discard and replace it
What should a boat operator ensure when boating in stormy weather? Make sure all aboard are
wearing life jackets
What type of fire extinguisher is required on motor boats under 26 feet with installed fuel tanks?
Type B
Which of the following are Coast Guard approved visual distress signals? Red meteor flares
What happens if too much weight is placed on a tow hitch? The front end will lift and make the
vehicle difficult to control
When is the best time to clean your boat to prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species?
Before you leave the ramp area
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, What does it mean when a red, green, and white light are seen together at night? It is the bow of
another vessel heading straight toward you
Why should a boat operator watch their wake when near other boats or in a congested area? It
may cause personal injury or damage
What is the common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm? Threatening clouds such as
thunderheads
What is recommended as part of the annual maintenance program for a gasoline-powered boat?
Examination of thru-hull fittings for signs of leakage or corrosion
What is the main cause of collisions with reefs, shoals, or submerged hazards? Did not check for
local hazards prior to launch
Who has the primary responsibility for the safety of all persons aboard a recreational boat? Boat
operator
What causes most fatal boating accidents? Operator error
Where are gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate on a boat? Bilge
What action should boaters take to ensure the safety of everyone on the nation's waterways according
to the Department of Homeland Security? Report suspicious activities to the proper authorities
What is the main danger of teak surfing, body surfing, or platform dragging? Exposure to lethal
concentrations of carbon monoxide
How does alcohol use affect boat operators or passengers? Physical reactions become slower
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