Boat Ed temporary boaters test answers
What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? - 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: - 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? - good weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you must: - 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: - proof of approved boater safety education
What is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut off switch? - to shut off the engine if the
operator falls overboard
our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? - 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: - stop your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
What three ingredients ignite a fire? - heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should you do? - keep the
marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - range crossed diamond
, A powerboat is operating at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? - white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What action must be taken? - Both vessels should turn
to the starboard (right) .
What should the operator of a stand on vessel do when encountering a giveaway vessel? - maintain
course and speed unless the give way vessel does not take action
According to Florida law, what should be done with a badly discolored USCG-approved PFD with a torn
strap. - discard and replace it
Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat? - in an open bin near the passenger
seats
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? - operator
Which of the following is legal when operating a PWC? - Attaching the lanyard cut off switch to the
operators PFD
Under Florida law, anyone riding on a PWC must wear what item? - USCG- approved non-inflatable PFD
Florida law prohibits anyone under the age of __ from operating a personal watercraft (pwc) ? - 14
Which operation on a PWC requires more than idle speed ? - steering
What happens when a PWCs steering control is turned to the right? - The back of the PWC is pushed to
the left, and the PWC turns right.
What is the best way to rebound a PWC? - from the rear of the PWC over the stern
What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? - 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: - 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? - good weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you must: - 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: - proof of approved boater safety education
What is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut off switch? - to shut off the engine if the
operator falls overboard
our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? - 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: - stop your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
What three ingredients ignite a fire? - heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should you do? - keep the
marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - range crossed diamond
, A powerboat is operating at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? - white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What action must be taken? - Both vessels should turn
to the starboard (right) .
What should the operator of a stand on vessel do when encountering a giveaway vessel? - maintain
course and speed unless the give way vessel does not take action
According to Florida law, what should be done with a badly discolored USCG-approved PFD with a torn
strap. - discard and replace it
Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat? - in an open bin near the passenger
seats
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boating? - operator
Which of the following is legal when operating a PWC? - Attaching the lanyard cut off switch to the
operators PFD
Under Florida law, anyone riding on a PWC must wear what item? - USCG- approved non-inflatable PFD
Florida law prohibits anyone under the age of __ from operating a personal watercraft (pwc) ? - 14
Which operation on a PWC requires more than idle speed ? - steering
What happens when a PWCs steering control is turned to the right? - The back of the PWC is pushed to
the left, and the PWC turns right.
What is the best way to rebound a PWC? - from the rear of the PWC over the stern
