Alabama Driver’s ED Boating Test Questions
and Answers (Rated A+)
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - number of
people, weight capacity
What should you do before fueling your boat? - close all windows, ports, and doors.
turn off engine.
Where should your trailer be located when you launch your boat? - well away from
the boat ramp
A regular part on engine maintenance - checking your oil
How should you approach a dock when docking your vessel? - into the wind or
current
You are operating your vessel at a safe speed when you have enough time to? - avoid
a collision
What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout? - watch and listen for
navigation hazards
To avoid collisions a vessel operator should? - keep a proper lookout
What is a safe boating speed is determined by? - visibility conditions
What should the operators of a PWC and a motorboat do when approaching head on?
- both vessels should turn starboard (right)
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating
accident? - to provide assistance
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for
avoiding collisions? - the operators of both vessels
When a sailboat is overtaking a power-driven vessel, the sailboat is the _____? - give
way vessel
When must navigation lights be displayed? - from sunset to sunrise
What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers?
- mark edges of safe water areas
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