PADI Night Diving Exam Questions
And Correct Answers (Verified
Answers) 2026/2027
What five aspects of night diving commonly appeal to divers? - CORRECT ANSWER
-1) Natural curiosity
2) To observe aquatic organisms
3) A new look at old sites
4) More chances to dive
5) Colorful dives
What three diving activities does diving at night enhance? - CORRECT ANSWER -1)
Sightseeing
2) Underwater photography
3) Wreck diving
What personal dive equipment should you wear during a night dive? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The same equipment you would during the day.
What's the general recommendation regarding the use of new or unfamiliar
equipment on a night dive? - CORRECT ANSWER -Do not use new or unfamiliar
equipment when night diving.
Why should you carry two underwater lights while night diving? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Even the best lights can fail.
, What six features do you look for in a dive light? - CORRECT ANSWER -1) Rugged
outer case
2) Dependable switches
3) O-ring seals
4) Comfortable handle or mount
5) Wrist lanyard
6) Fresh recharged batteries
What are the advantages of rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries in a dive
light? - CORRECT ANSWER -Rechargeable batteries are less expensive in the long
run if you use the light a lot, and NiCad rechargeables hold their voltage until they
need charging, so the light doesn't dim as the batteries weaken. Non-rechargeable
batteries mean you don't have to worry about recharging when traveling. They
also last longer than a charge does on rechargeable batteries, and they cost less
initially.
Why shouldn't you turn on some dive lights above water? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Due to their high heat the bulb quickly burns out, and can burn other components
in the light.
What are three uses for marker lights, and where do you attach them for those
uses? - CORRECT ANSWER -1) On your snorkel or tank valve as orientations lights
for your own and your buddy's location.
2) On the boat motor, antenna or buoy flag staff for marking boats/buoys.
3) At intervals along ascent/descent lines to mark them.
And Correct Answers (Verified
Answers) 2026/2027
What five aspects of night diving commonly appeal to divers? - CORRECT ANSWER
-1) Natural curiosity
2) To observe aquatic organisms
3) A new look at old sites
4) More chances to dive
5) Colorful dives
What three diving activities does diving at night enhance? - CORRECT ANSWER -1)
Sightseeing
2) Underwater photography
3) Wreck diving
What personal dive equipment should you wear during a night dive? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The same equipment you would during the day.
What's the general recommendation regarding the use of new or unfamiliar
equipment on a night dive? - CORRECT ANSWER -Do not use new or unfamiliar
equipment when night diving.
Why should you carry two underwater lights while night diving? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Even the best lights can fail.
, What six features do you look for in a dive light? - CORRECT ANSWER -1) Rugged
outer case
2) Dependable switches
3) O-ring seals
4) Comfortable handle or mount
5) Wrist lanyard
6) Fresh recharged batteries
What are the advantages of rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries in a dive
light? - CORRECT ANSWER -Rechargeable batteries are less expensive in the long
run if you use the light a lot, and NiCad rechargeables hold their voltage until they
need charging, so the light doesn't dim as the batteries weaken. Non-rechargeable
batteries mean you don't have to worry about recharging when traveling. They
also last longer than a charge does on rechargeable batteries, and they cost less
initially.
Why shouldn't you turn on some dive lights above water? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Due to their high heat the bulb quickly burns out, and can burn other components
in the light.
What are three uses for marker lights, and where do you attach them for those
uses? - CORRECT ANSWER -1) On your snorkel or tank valve as orientations lights
for your own and your buddy's location.
2) On the boat motor, antenna or buoy flag staff for marking boats/buoys.
3) At intervals along ascent/descent lines to mark them.
