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What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - correct answer ✔✔passenger's
body weight and chest size
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - correct answer ✔✔Consult a
nautical chart.
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - correct answer ✔✔Type I
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - correct answer ✔✔mounted in an
accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - correct answer ✔✔increases the
likelihood of accidents
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on Texas waters in an 18-foot powerboat? -
correct answer ✔✔a whistle, horn, or other means to make an efficient signal
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - correct answer ✔✔checking
the oil level before ever outing
What should you do before fueling your boat? - correct answer ✔✔Turn off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings.
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - correct answer ✔✔Turn off the engine when
passengers are boarding.
, What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? - correct answer ✔✔Have
everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times.
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? - correct answer ✔✔where to
find the PFDs and visual distress signals
According to the Texas Water Safety Act, how far must you keep your vessel from a diving area marked b
diver-down flag? - correct answer ✔✔at least 50 feet
Which is true about operating a boat in Texas while intoxicated? - correct answer ✔✔By operating a
vessel on Texas waters, a boater has consented to alcohol testing if arrested by a law enforcement
officer.
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? - correct answer ✔✔You have
enough time to avoid a collision
According to Texas boating law, which of these is considered legal operation? - correct answer
✔✔operating at a speed that does not endanger others if no speed limit is posted
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency? -
correct answer ✔✔Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering? - correct
answer ✔✔exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance from the U.S. Naval vessel must
the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed? - correct answer ✔✔500 yards
What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? - correct answer ✔✔Keep centered in the
boat.
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident? - correct answer
✔✔to provide assistance
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