Boating test stuvia Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Stern - ANSWERback Bow - ANSWERfront Port - ANSWERleft Starboard - ANSWERright Name two types of vessel hulls: - ANSWERdisplacement and planing Name three basic hull shapes: - ANSWERround bottom, flat bottom, and vee bottom Name four length class vessels - ANSWERClass A, Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 Class A - ANSWER<16 Class 1 - ANSWER16>x>26 Class 2 - ANSWER26>x>40 Class 3 - ANSWER40>x>65 Name four basic types of engines: - ANSWERoutboard, inbo...

31) When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power- driven vessel? - ANSWERC.) When the sailboat is overtaking the power- driven vessel 32) What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency? - ANSWERD.) Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers 33) According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel is towing a skier and does not have a capable observer on board in addition to the operator? - ANS...

What is the number assigned and imprinted by the vessel manufacturer and is unique to your vessel? - ANSWERHull Identification Number It is a reckless operation to allow passengers to ride __________ or ___________ while underway. - ANSWERbow or gunwale If you blood alcohol concentration is above the legal limit, it is illegal to ___________ a vessel. - ANSWERoperate What are three things required for a PFD to be legal? - ANSWERapproved, in good condition, and readily accessible PFD ...

As operator of a vessel, you are responsible for ensuring that your passengers understand ___________ and __________ - ANSWERbasic safety practices and laws Before allowing anyone to operate your PWC, you should remind them that the power is: - ANSWERrequired for steering control What are the three "R"s to protect your environment? - ANSWERreduce, reuse, and recycle If you capsize a canoe, kayak, or raft, you should stay on the ___________ side of the vessel. - ANSWERupstream What ...

NJ Boating Test 2023/2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) NJ Boating Test 2023/2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) NJ Boating Test 2023/2024 Questions and Answers (Graded A) Minimum age to operate a PWC - ANSWER16 years old

How should a boat's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - ANSWER -on both sides of the bow What are the most important factors in choosing a PFD? - ANSWER -weight and chest size Information on the capacity plate - ANSWER -number of people, max weight, sometimes max horsepower Best way to find out about local hazards - ANSWER -nautical chart Minimum age to operate a PWC - ANSWER -16 years old Type of PFD that turns most people face up - ANSWER -off-shore PFD (ty...

The port side of a vessel is the ___ side. - ANSWER-Left The stern of a vessel is the ___ of the vessel. - ANSWER-Rear Basic types of vessel hulls can be described as ___. a) moving and non-moving b) displacement and planing c) rough and smooth d) narrow and wide - ANSWER-b) displacement and planing Name three basic hull shapes. - ANSWER-I) Round Bottom II) Flat Bottom III) Vee Bottom What are the four length classes of vessels? - ANSWER-I) Less than 16 feet II) 16 to less tha...

3. What two things does the capacity plate list? - ANSWER-The maximum NUMBER of people and amount of WEIGHT the boat can carry SAFELY 14. What's one thing you should do before you go on a trip? - ANSWER-CHECK OIL level before each outing. 16. What should you do when fueling your vessel? - ANSWER-TURN OFF the engine and CLOSE all windows, ports, and other openings. 17. How should you launch your vessel? - ANSWER-Prepare to launch WELL AWAY from BOAT RAMP, so that you don't block ramp t...

How should a boat's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - on both sides of the bow What are the most important factors in choosing a PFD? - weight and chest size Information on the capacity plate - number of people, max weight, sometimes max horsepower Best way to find out about local hazards - nautical chart Minimum age to operate a PWC - 16 years old Type of PFD that turns most people face up - off-shore PFD (type 1) Who is responsible for making sure pass...

The port side of a vessel is the ___ side. - ANSWERSLeft The stern of a vessel is the ___ of the vessel. - ANSWERSRear Basic types of vessel hulls can be described as ___. a) moving and non-moving b) displacement and planing c) rough and smooth d) narrow and wide - ANSWERSb) displacement and planing Name three basic hull shapes. - ANSWERSI) Round Bottom II) Flat Bottom III) Vee Bottom What are the four length classes of vessels? - ANSWERSI) Less than 16 feet II) 16 to less tha...