Boat Ed temporary boaters test answers
Exam Questions with 100% Correct
Answers | Verified | Latest Update 2026!!
What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? -
CORRECTANSWER The other boat may create a blind spot for the PWC operator
Vessel operators involved in a reportable boating accident must report the accident by
the quickest means possible to: -CORRECTANSWER all the above
A boat's capacity plate gives the maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can
carry safely in certain weather conditions. What are the conditions? -
CORRECTANSWER good weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you
must: -CORRECTANSWER both A and C
Any person born on or after January 1,1988, who operates a vessel with a motor of 10
horsepower or greater must have the following: -CORRECTANSWER proof of approved
boater safety education
What is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut off switch? -
CORRECTANSWER to shut off the engine if the operator falls overboard
, our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? -CORRECTANSWER hang
onto to the boat or climb
When boating in shallow areas or seagrass beds, you see a mud trail in your wake
where your boat has churned up the bottom, if you see this trail you should: -
CORRECTANSWER stop your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
What three ingredients ignite a fire? -CORRECTANSWER heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should
you do? -CORRECTANSWER keep the marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? -
CORRECTANSWER range crossed diamond
A powerboat is operating at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? -
CORRECTANSWER white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What action must be taken? -
CORRECTANSWER Both vessels should turn to the starboard (right) .
Exam Questions with 100% Correct
Answers | Verified | Latest Update 2026!!
What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? -
CORRECTANSWER The other boat may create a blind spot for the PWC operator
Vessel operators involved in a reportable boating accident must report the accident by
the quickest means possible to: -CORRECTANSWER all the above
A boat's capacity plate gives the maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can
carry safely in certain weather conditions. What are the conditions? -
CORRECTANSWER good weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you
must: -CORRECTANSWER both A and C
Any person born on or after January 1,1988, who operates a vessel with a motor of 10
horsepower or greater must have the following: -CORRECTANSWER proof of approved
boater safety education
What is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut off switch? -
CORRECTANSWER to shut off the engine if the operator falls overboard
, our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? -CORRECTANSWER hang
onto to the boat or climb
When boating in shallow areas or seagrass beds, you see a mud trail in your wake
where your boat has churned up the bottom, if you see this trail you should: -
CORRECTANSWER stop your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
What three ingredients ignite a fire? -CORRECTANSWER heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should
you do? -CORRECTANSWER keep the marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? -
CORRECTANSWER range crossed diamond
A powerboat is operating at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? -
CORRECTANSWER white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What action must be taken? -
CORRECTANSWER Both vessels should turn to the starboard (right) .
