BOATING EXAM VERIFIED AND GRADED #11
The U.S. Coast Guard requires certain equipment be carried onboard a vessel based
on the vessel's length. How must an operator measure the length of their vessel? -
correct answer From the outside of the bow to the outside of the stern
Federal Law mandates that the steering or helm area of a power boat less than 20 feet
in length must have which of the following? - correct answer Capacity plate
Which of the following indicates the STARBOARD side of this vessel? - correct answer
The right side of the vessel
What useful information can be found on a capacity plate? - correct answer The
maximum number of persons you may safely carry on your boat
Which of the following indicates the PORT side of this vessel? - correct answer The left
side of the vessel
Hull Identification Numbers (hins) are used to properly identify a vessel and are marked
on which of the following locations? - correct answer Starboard side of the Stern
Where can you find the maximum horsepower for your boat? - correct answer On the
capacity plate
Under which circumstance may the Maximum Person Capacity of a vessel be
exceeded? - correct answer It can never be exceeded
Which of the following navigation lights is required for non-powered vessels under 23
feet operating during times of restricted visibility? - correct answer Must carry a working
flashlight or lantern onboard
The carburetors on inboard mounted gasoline engines must be equipped with an
approved back-fire flame arrestor. What purpose does having a back-fire flame arrestor
play? - correct answer To prevent back fire which results when unburned exhaust
collects in the engine area
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around the
water? - correct answer Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a Type IV: Throwable Device PFD? - correct
answer It is not designed to be worn
Under which of the following conditions is a Type B-I Fire extinguisher required onboard
a motorized vessel? - correct answer The vessel has closed living spaces onboard
, When encountering other vessels in darkness or reduced visibility, what does a visible
white light indicate? - correct answer You are approaching the stern of another vessel
When is it most important that a power-driven vessel exhibit the proper navigation
lights? - correct answer When away from the dock after sunset
Which of the following is an accurate description of a Type I: Offshore Life Jacket
(PFD)? - correct answer It is designed for open, rough or remote waters
Which of the following requirements must be considered when choosing a Personal
Flotation Device (PFD)? - correct answer The personal flotation device must be Coast
Guard approved
What is the purpose of having a ventilation system on board a motorized vessel? -
correct answer To remove flammable gases
When retrieving your boat, you should back the trailer into the water until how much of
the bunks or rollers are submerged? - correct answer Two thirds
Before using a trailer, in addition to having the capacity to carry the boat, you should
ensure that the trailer has the capacity to also carry which of the following? - correct
answer Motor, fuel and any additional gear
Which of the following is a characteristic of low-head dams? - correct answer They pose
a hazard below and above the dam
Which of the following options is recommended for the general maintenance of your
boat? - correct answer Using marine-approved parts instead of electrical auto parts
Which of the following flags is used to indicate a Small Craft Advisory (observed
forecast winds of 18-33 knots)? - correct answer Red triangle and red over white circles
Which of the following would indicate foul weather might be approaching? - correct
answer A rapid temperature change
What information should be included in a Float Plan? - correct answer The date and
time to contact the authorities
How do you keep the weight evenly distributed on a trailered boat? - correct answer Tie
down any loose items or equipment in the boat
With whom should a Float Plan be left? - correct answer A responsible person on shore
Which of the following is the proper boat launch etiquette? - correct answer Prepare the
boat away from the ramp to avoid blocking other vehicles
The U.S. Coast Guard requires certain equipment be carried onboard a vessel based
on the vessel's length. How must an operator measure the length of their vessel? -
correct answer From the outside of the bow to the outside of the stern
Federal Law mandates that the steering or helm area of a power boat less than 20 feet
in length must have which of the following? - correct answer Capacity plate
Which of the following indicates the STARBOARD side of this vessel? - correct answer
The right side of the vessel
What useful information can be found on a capacity plate? - correct answer The
maximum number of persons you may safely carry on your boat
Which of the following indicates the PORT side of this vessel? - correct answer The left
side of the vessel
Hull Identification Numbers (hins) are used to properly identify a vessel and are marked
on which of the following locations? - correct answer Starboard side of the Stern
Where can you find the maximum horsepower for your boat? - correct answer On the
capacity plate
Under which circumstance may the Maximum Person Capacity of a vessel be
exceeded? - correct answer It can never be exceeded
Which of the following navigation lights is required for non-powered vessels under 23
feet operating during times of restricted visibility? - correct answer Must carry a working
flashlight or lantern onboard
The carburetors on inboard mounted gasoline engines must be equipped with an
approved back-fire flame arrestor. What purpose does having a back-fire flame arrestor
play? - correct answer To prevent back fire which results when unburned exhaust
collects in the engine area
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around the
water? - correct answer Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a Type IV: Throwable Device PFD? - correct
answer It is not designed to be worn
Under which of the following conditions is a Type B-I Fire extinguisher required onboard
a motorized vessel? - correct answer The vessel has closed living spaces onboard
, When encountering other vessels in darkness or reduced visibility, what does a visible
white light indicate? - correct answer You are approaching the stern of another vessel
When is it most important that a power-driven vessel exhibit the proper navigation
lights? - correct answer When away from the dock after sunset
Which of the following is an accurate description of a Type I: Offshore Life Jacket
(PFD)? - correct answer It is designed for open, rough or remote waters
Which of the following requirements must be considered when choosing a Personal
Flotation Device (PFD)? - correct answer The personal flotation device must be Coast
Guard approved
What is the purpose of having a ventilation system on board a motorized vessel? -
correct answer To remove flammable gases
When retrieving your boat, you should back the trailer into the water until how much of
the bunks or rollers are submerged? - correct answer Two thirds
Before using a trailer, in addition to having the capacity to carry the boat, you should
ensure that the trailer has the capacity to also carry which of the following? - correct
answer Motor, fuel and any additional gear
Which of the following is a characteristic of low-head dams? - correct answer They pose
a hazard below and above the dam
Which of the following options is recommended for the general maintenance of your
boat? - correct answer Using marine-approved parts instead of electrical auto parts
Which of the following flags is used to indicate a Small Craft Advisory (observed
forecast winds of 18-33 knots)? - correct answer Red triangle and red over white circles
Which of the following would indicate foul weather might be approaching? - correct
answer A rapid temperature change
What information should be included in a Float Plan? - correct answer The date and
time to contact the authorities
How do you keep the weight evenly distributed on a trailered boat? - correct answer Tie
down any loose items or equipment in the boat
With whom should a Float Plan be left? - correct answer A responsible person on shore
Which of the following is the proper boat launch etiquette? - correct answer Prepare the
boat away from the ramp to avoid blocking other vehicles
