Boat Ed temporary boaters test answers 2023 complete;
(Florida renters temporary 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
(Florida renters temporary 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
