CALIFORNIA BOATING FINAL
EXAM B 2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% ACCURATE
Under which condition is a person at greatest risk of developing
hypothermia - ANSWER-Being immersed in Coldwater
How will a boat perform if it is loaded beyond its capacity - ANSWER-It will
be difficult to control
A life jacket on your vessel should be sized for which person on board -
ANSWER-It's intended wearer
On a 15 foot boat which object is required to be on board - ANSWER-One
Coast Guard approved lifejacket for each person
When is it good advice for adults to wear Coast Guard approved lifejackets
- ANSWER-At all times when aboard
What should be done with a badly discolored Coast Guard approved life
jacket with a torn strap - ANSWER-Discard and replace it
Which safety precaution should be taken first by a boat operator when
boating in the stormy weather - ANSWER-Make sure all aboard or wearing
lifejackets
Motor boats under 26 feet with installed fuel tanks are required to have
which type of fire extinguisher on board - ANSWER-Type B
Which are Coast Guard approved visual distress signal's - ANSWER-Red
meteor flares
If to much weight is placed on a hitch, What affect can it have on the tow
vehicle - ANSWER-Front and will lift and make the vehicle difficult to
control
To stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species when is the best time to
clean your boat - ANSWER-Before you leave the ramp area
What do a red green and white light indicate when seen together at night
- ANSWER-It is the bow of another vessel heading straight toward you
When operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested
area why should you watch your wake - ANSWER-It may cause personal
injury or damage
, How does alcohol use affect boat Operators or passengers - ANSWER-
Physical reactions become slower
Under the influence of alcohol what happens to a person's reasoning
ability - ANSWER-It becomes weaker
How does drinking alcohol while boating effect other conditions related to
being out on the water - ANSWER-Increases feelings of fatigue
What is a boat operator required to do at all times while the boat is
underway - ANSWER-Maintain a proper look out
When can a navigation rule be overlooked - ANSWER-If necessary to avoid
immediate danger.
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm -
ANSWER-Threatening clouds such as thunderheads
Which of the following is recommended as part of the annual maintenance
program for gasoline powered boat - ANSWER-Examination of thru-hull
fitting's for signs of leakage or corrosion
What is the main reason operators are involved with collisions with
reefs/shoals or submerged hazards - ANSWER-Did not check for local
hazards prior to launch
Who has the primary responsibility for the safety of all persons aboard a
recreational boat - ANSWER-Boat operator
What is the cause of most fatal boating accidents - ANSWER-Operator
error
In what part of the boat or gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate -
ANSWER-Bilge
Under the Department of Homeland Security what action should boaters
take to ensure the safety of everyone on the nations waterways -
ANSWER-Report suspicious activities to the proper authorities
What is the main danger of teak surfing, body surfing or platform dragging
- ANSWER-Exposure to lethal concentrations of carbon monoxide
Maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing applies to
boats under what circumstances - ANSWER-All boats at all hours
What should you do first if a passenger falls overboard well your boat is at
anchor - ANSWER-Throw a type IV Coast Guard approved life jacket to the
passenger
EXAM B 2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% ACCURATE
Under which condition is a person at greatest risk of developing
hypothermia - ANSWER-Being immersed in Coldwater
How will a boat perform if it is loaded beyond its capacity - ANSWER-It will
be difficult to control
A life jacket on your vessel should be sized for which person on board -
ANSWER-It's intended wearer
On a 15 foot boat which object is required to be on board - ANSWER-One
Coast Guard approved lifejacket for each person
When is it good advice for adults to wear Coast Guard approved lifejackets
- ANSWER-At all times when aboard
What should be done with a badly discolored Coast Guard approved life
jacket with a torn strap - ANSWER-Discard and replace it
Which safety precaution should be taken first by a boat operator when
boating in the stormy weather - ANSWER-Make sure all aboard or wearing
lifejackets
Motor boats under 26 feet with installed fuel tanks are required to have
which type of fire extinguisher on board - ANSWER-Type B
Which are Coast Guard approved visual distress signal's - ANSWER-Red
meteor flares
If to much weight is placed on a hitch, What affect can it have on the tow
vehicle - ANSWER-Front and will lift and make the vehicle difficult to
control
To stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species when is the best time to
clean your boat - ANSWER-Before you leave the ramp area
What do a red green and white light indicate when seen together at night
- ANSWER-It is the bow of another vessel heading straight toward you
When operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested
area why should you watch your wake - ANSWER-It may cause personal
injury or damage
, How does alcohol use affect boat Operators or passengers - ANSWER-
Physical reactions become slower
Under the influence of alcohol what happens to a person's reasoning
ability - ANSWER-It becomes weaker
How does drinking alcohol while boating effect other conditions related to
being out on the water - ANSWER-Increases feelings of fatigue
What is a boat operator required to do at all times while the boat is
underway - ANSWER-Maintain a proper look out
When can a navigation rule be overlooked - ANSWER-If necessary to avoid
immediate danger.
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm -
ANSWER-Threatening clouds such as thunderheads
Which of the following is recommended as part of the annual maintenance
program for gasoline powered boat - ANSWER-Examination of thru-hull
fitting's for signs of leakage or corrosion
What is the main reason operators are involved with collisions with
reefs/shoals or submerged hazards - ANSWER-Did not check for local
hazards prior to launch
Who has the primary responsibility for the safety of all persons aboard a
recreational boat - ANSWER-Boat operator
What is the cause of most fatal boating accidents - ANSWER-Operator
error
In what part of the boat or gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate -
ANSWER-Bilge
Under the Department of Homeland Security what action should boaters
take to ensure the safety of everyone on the nations waterways -
ANSWER-Report suspicious activities to the proper authorities
What is the main danger of teak surfing, body surfing or platform dragging
- ANSWER-Exposure to lethal concentrations of carbon monoxide
Maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing applies to
boats under what circumstances - ANSWER-All boats at all hours
What should you do first if a passenger falls overboard well your boat is at
anchor - ANSWER-Throw a type IV Coast Guard approved life jacket to the
passenger
