Maine Guide Test - Boating Laws Questions with
Complete Solutions, Graded A+
How much alcohol does it take to make a boater intoxicated? - ✔✔ 1/3 of what
takes a driver to be equally intoxicated.
What percentage of Maine drowning victims were not wearing lifejackets? - ✔✔
90%
How is boat length measured? - ✔✔ From the tip of the bow to the back of the
stern, excluding outboard motor.
What defines a Class A boat? - ✔✔ Its length is less than 16 feet.
What defines a class 1 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 16 feet but less than 26 feet.
What defines a class 2 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 26 feet but less than 40 feet.
What defines a class 3 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 40 feet but less than 65 feet.
What is a capacity plate? - ✔✔ It is a plaque that states the maximum weight
capacity and maximum passenger capacity of a vessel.
Where is a capacity plate located? - ✔✔ Usually in the operator's position.
What are some fueling precautions for motorcraft? - ✔✔ Try to fuel during the
daytime, but if necessary to fuel at night, use only electric lights. Try to fuel away
from the water if it's possible.
, What information should a float plan include? - ✔✔ A. A detailed description of
the vessel
B.Route plan, estimated time of departure and estimated time of arrival
C.Name and contact information of each person on board and an emergency
contact
What should be included in you pre-departure checklist? - ✔✔ 1. Weather
2.Check steering, throttle and lights.
3.Check for any fuel leaks from tanks etc.
4. Check for fuel leaks from engine itself.
5. Check all hose connections for leaks or cracks.
6. Drain all water from engine compartment and check bilge plug.
7. Check that your battery and fire extinguishers are fully charged.
8. Check that ignition safety is in order.
9. Make sure you have the right number of PFDs and they are in good condition.
10. Leave a float plan.
When you are driving a motorboat you must give way to ... - ✔✔ 1. An anchored
or disabled boat.
2. Any vessel that has a hard time maneuvering like one towing another or a large
ship in a channel.
3. Any vessel engaged in commercial fishing
4. A sailboat unless it is overtaking.
When sailing a sailboat you must give way to... - ✔✔ 1.Any vessel not under
command
Complete Solutions, Graded A+
How much alcohol does it take to make a boater intoxicated? - ✔✔ 1/3 of what
takes a driver to be equally intoxicated.
What percentage of Maine drowning victims were not wearing lifejackets? - ✔✔
90%
How is boat length measured? - ✔✔ From the tip of the bow to the back of the
stern, excluding outboard motor.
What defines a Class A boat? - ✔✔ Its length is less than 16 feet.
What defines a class 1 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 16 feet but less than 26 feet.
What defines a class 2 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 26 feet but less than 40 feet.
What defines a class 3 boat? - ✔✔ It is at least 40 feet but less than 65 feet.
What is a capacity plate? - ✔✔ It is a plaque that states the maximum weight
capacity and maximum passenger capacity of a vessel.
Where is a capacity plate located? - ✔✔ Usually in the operator's position.
What are some fueling precautions for motorcraft? - ✔✔ Try to fuel during the
daytime, but if necessary to fuel at night, use only electric lights. Try to fuel away
from the water if it's possible.
, What information should a float plan include? - ✔✔ A. A detailed description of
the vessel
B.Route plan, estimated time of departure and estimated time of arrival
C.Name and contact information of each person on board and an emergency
contact
What should be included in you pre-departure checklist? - ✔✔ 1. Weather
2.Check steering, throttle and lights.
3.Check for any fuel leaks from tanks etc.
4. Check for fuel leaks from engine itself.
5. Check all hose connections for leaks or cracks.
6. Drain all water from engine compartment and check bilge plug.
7. Check that your battery and fire extinguishers are fully charged.
8. Check that ignition safety is in order.
9. Make sure you have the right number of PFDs and they are in good condition.
10. Leave a float plan.
When you are driving a motorboat you must give way to ... - ✔✔ 1. An anchored
or disabled boat.
2. Any vessel that has a hard time maneuvering like one towing another or a large
ship in a channel.
3. Any vessel engaged in commercial fishing
4. A sailboat unless it is overtaking.
When sailing a sailboat you must give way to... - ✔✔ 1.Any vessel not under
command
