FLORIDA BOAT TEST ACTUAL EXAM 150 QUESTIONS
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AGRADE
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around
the water? - ANSWER: Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Why is it important to always be wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) when in
or around the water? - ANSWER: A PFD takes some time to fit properly, especially in
an emergency
Which of the following is the proper washing procedure for your Personal Flotation
Device (PFD)? - ANSWER: Mild soap and water
How many fire extinguishers must be carried onboard motorized boats, with
installed fuel tanks, that are between 26 and 40 feet in length? - ANSWER: Either two
B I or a single B II
Where would the GREEN navigation light be located on the following powerboat? -
ANSWER: Starboard (right) side
Which of the following marine distress signals would be most effective when
operating after dark or during restricted visibility? - ANSWER: Flares
Which of the following terms is used to describe severe weather conditions? -
ANSWER: Small craft advisory
Which of the following is a characteristic of low head dams? - ANSWER: They pose a
hazard below and above the dam
How often should you change the oil in your boat's engine? - ANSWER: At least once
every boating season
How do you keep the weight evenly distributed on a trailered boat? - ANSWER: Tie
down any loose items or equipment in the boat
Which of the following is an important safety precaution when fueling your vessel? -
ANSWER: Do not smoke or have any open flames around the fueling area
Which of the following actions should you perform as part of a pre-departure
checklist? - ANSWER: Inform all passengers of fire extinguisher locations
How can operators avoid damaging Submersed Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) beds that
are usually found in shallow areas of water? - ANSWER: Reducing to 'No Wake' speed
, A motorboat is easier to maneuver in which of the following conditions? - ANSWER:
When travelling against the current
Which of the following is an example of showing courtesy towards other boaters and
property owners on the water? - ANSWER: Discuss safe operation with anyone who
operates your boat
In accordance with Homeland Security measures, recreational boaters should do
which of the following? - ANSWER: Remain at least 100 yards from US Naval vessels
Which of the following is the responsibility of a boat operator? - ANSWER: Ensuring
the vessel is in good working order
Because of the fatiguing effects of the sun, wind and motion of the boat, having one
drink on the water is like having how many on shore? - ANSWER: 3
Consuming alcohol or drugs before operating a boat increases the chances of which
of the following? - ANSWER: A boating accident
Drugs and alcohol have which of the following effects on boat operators? - ANSWER:
Diminished coordination
Which of the following is a rule of operator responsibility? - ANSWER: Always stay
alert
In areas of heavy boat traffic, how can the operator reduce the chances of a
collision? - ANSWER: Assign a responsible passenger to act as a second lookout
Which of the following is a legal requirement for boat operation? - ANSWER:
Operators must use every available means to determine the risk of a collision
If approaching an area of high traffic density, what should a boat operator do? -
ANSWER: Slow down
Which of the following is the most important factor when determining a safe speed?
- ANSWER: Wind, water conditions and currents
When two vessels are in a crossing situation on the water, the vessel that must take
early and substantial action to avoid a collision (Vessel A) is called which of the
following? - ANSWER: Give-way vessel
Which of the following conditions would be best defined as "reduced visibility"? -
ANSWER: Fog, rain or mist
Which of the following actions is required of Boat A while overtaking Boat B in
darkness or reduced visibility? - ANSWER: Go around on either side
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |
AGRADE
Which of the following will most reduce the chances of fatalities while on or around
the water? - ANSWER: Wearing a properly fitted life jacket at all times
Why is it important to always be wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) when in
or around the water? - ANSWER: A PFD takes some time to fit properly, especially in
an emergency
Which of the following is the proper washing procedure for your Personal Flotation
Device (PFD)? - ANSWER: Mild soap and water
How many fire extinguishers must be carried onboard motorized boats, with
installed fuel tanks, that are between 26 and 40 feet in length? - ANSWER: Either two
B I or a single B II
Where would the GREEN navigation light be located on the following powerboat? -
ANSWER: Starboard (right) side
Which of the following marine distress signals would be most effective when
operating after dark or during restricted visibility? - ANSWER: Flares
Which of the following terms is used to describe severe weather conditions? -
ANSWER: Small craft advisory
Which of the following is a characteristic of low head dams? - ANSWER: They pose a
hazard below and above the dam
How often should you change the oil in your boat's engine? - ANSWER: At least once
every boating season
How do you keep the weight evenly distributed on a trailered boat? - ANSWER: Tie
down any loose items or equipment in the boat
Which of the following is an important safety precaution when fueling your vessel? -
ANSWER: Do not smoke or have any open flames around the fueling area
Which of the following actions should you perform as part of a pre-departure
checklist? - ANSWER: Inform all passengers of fire extinguisher locations
How can operators avoid damaging Submersed Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) beds that
are usually found in shallow areas of water? - ANSWER: Reducing to 'No Wake' speed
, A motorboat is easier to maneuver in which of the following conditions? - ANSWER:
When travelling against the current
Which of the following is an example of showing courtesy towards other boaters and
property owners on the water? - ANSWER: Discuss safe operation with anyone who
operates your boat
In accordance with Homeland Security measures, recreational boaters should do
which of the following? - ANSWER: Remain at least 100 yards from US Naval vessels
Which of the following is the responsibility of a boat operator? - ANSWER: Ensuring
the vessel is in good working order
Because of the fatiguing effects of the sun, wind and motion of the boat, having one
drink on the water is like having how many on shore? - ANSWER: 3
Consuming alcohol or drugs before operating a boat increases the chances of which
of the following? - ANSWER: A boating accident
Drugs and alcohol have which of the following effects on boat operators? - ANSWER:
Diminished coordination
Which of the following is a rule of operator responsibility? - ANSWER: Always stay
alert
In areas of heavy boat traffic, how can the operator reduce the chances of a
collision? - ANSWER: Assign a responsible passenger to act as a second lookout
Which of the following is a legal requirement for boat operation? - ANSWER:
Operators must use every available means to determine the risk of a collision
If approaching an area of high traffic density, what should a boat operator do? -
ANSWER: Slow down
Which of the following is the most important factor when determining a safe speed?
- ANSWER: Wind, water conditions and currents
When two vessels are in a crossing situation on the water, the vessel that must take
early and substantial action to avoid a collision (Vessel A) is called which of the
following? - ANSWER: Give-way vessel
Which of the following conditions would be best defined as "reduced visibility"? -
ANSWER: Fog, rain or mist
Which of the following actions is required of Boat A while overtaking Boat B in
darkness or reduced visibility? - ANSWER: Go around on either side
