Wisconsin Boater's Safety Exam Card
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
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What is the term for the left side of a vessel? Port
What is the term used to refer to the back of a boat? Stern
Which two main types of vessel hulls exist?
Displacement & Plan...
Wisconsin Boater's Safety Exam Card
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025 Latest Release!
What is the term for the left side of a vessel? Port
What is the term used to refer to the back of a boat? Stern
Which two main types of vessel hulls exist? Displacement & Planing
What are the three primary shapes of hulls? Round Bottom, Flat Bottom, Vee Bottom
Identify the four vessel length categories. Less than 16ft, 16ft to less than 26ft, 26ft to less than
40ft, 40ft to less than 65ft
What are the four main engine types for boats? Outboard, Inboard, Stern Drive, and Jet Drive
Which type of engine is common to both stern drive and inboard systems? Automotive engines
adapted for marine use
How does the U.S. Coast Guard classify a personal watercraft (PWC)? As an inboard vessel
Are personal watercraft (PWC) required to follow the same laws as other boats? Yes
What device is used to force water under pressure through a nozzle for steering purposes?
Impeller
What information is typically found on an outboard powerboat’s capacity plate? Capacity in
pounds or the number of people, and the recommended maximum horsepower
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, Before heading out on an extended trip, what should you include in your float plan? Vessel
description, passengers, trip plan
When fueling your vessel, what three actions should you take? Keep the nozzle in contact with the
tank, fill the tank slowly to avoid spills, and never overfill
What is a common guideline for ensuring you have enough fuel on your trip? 1/3 out, 1/3 in, 1/3
in reserve
When should you upgrade to a larger trailer to tow your boat? When the combined weight of the
boat and engine exceeds 90% of the trailer’s recommended capacity
What is the term for the weight that presses down on the towing hitch of a loaded trailer? Tongue
weight
How should safety chains be attached to a trailer to secure it properly? Crisscrossed
Where is the best place to prepare your boat before launching? Well away from the boat ramp
What are three tips for maintaining a boat engine? Keep it well-tuned, check oil levels, and grease
and lubricate moving parts
If the wind is blowing toward the dock, what line should you cast off first when departing? The
Stern Line
When two vessels are on a collision course, which vessel must take action? The Give-Way Vessel
What is the responsibility of the stand-on vessel in a potential collision situation? Maintain its
course and speed unless the give-way vessel is not taking action
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