RYA Safe Powerboat Handling Correctly
Solved Exam *Q&A* (100% Correct)
2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What is the direction of wind flow around a low pressure system?
counterclockwise
At what time of the day do land breezes or offshore winds typically occur?
night
What is the primary re...
RYA Safe Powerboat Handling Correctly
Solved Exam *Q&A* (100% Correct)
2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
What is the direction of wind flow around a low pressure system?
counterclockwise
At what time of the day do land breezes or offshore winds typically occur?
night
What is the primary requirement for a proper lookout according to the navigation rules?
maintain it at all times by sight and hearing
What factors should be considered when determining safe speed for a boat?
traffic density, visibility, water depth, wind, and sea conditions
In which part of the channel should a boat operate?
near the starboard side of the channel
What should you do if you are operating a boat in a channel and encounter a ship?
move out of the channel and do not impede its way
What lights must a powerboat under 39.4 feet display when underway at night?
red and green sidelights and an all-round white light
What is the term for a boat required to give way when there is a risk of collision?
give-way
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,When a collision risk exists, what is the term for a boat that must maintain its course and speed?
stand-on
What is the obligation of the give-way vessel when avoiding a stand-on vessel?
it shall alter course in ample time with an obvious change of course and/or speed
When your boat is in a crossing situation and a risk of collision exists, when is your boat the give-way
vessel?
if the other boat is on your starboard side
In a crossing situation, if you are boat B, which boat(s) should you keep clear of?
boats A and D
What should two powerboats do when approaching each other head-on to avoid collision?
both boats should turn to starboard
If you are boat A, what must you do when encountering another boat?
maintain your course and speed
If boat D is overtaking boat A, which boat must give-way?
boat D
What should be done when operating in restricted visibility or fog?
operate at a safe speed for the conditions
If operating in fog and hearing a sound signal from another boat ahead, what action should be taken?
slow to minimum control speed and be prepared to stop
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, What is the sound signal for a powerboat in fog?
one prolonged blast every two minutes
What is the sound signal for a boat under sail in fog?
one prolonged blast and two short blasts every two minutes
When anchoring your boat, what light(s) are required to be displayed at night?
an all-round white light
When crossing a boat that is under sail, when is your boat the give-way vessel?
when the other boat is sailing and not using its engine
Where on a chart can you find the type of measurement units used?
in the title block
What do the small numbers on a chart’s water areas represent?
water depths at mean lower low water
Which item near a compass would affect its accuracy?
knife
When returning from seaward, what does a green mark with an odd number indicate in U.S. waters?
left side of a channel
Where should you leave green marks with odd numbers when entering a U.S. harbor from the sea?
port
Where should you leave red marks with even numbers when entering a U.S. harbor from the sea?
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