Texas Boater Ed Review Exam Questions
And Answers 2025 Update.
How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - Answer✔On
both sides of the bow of the boat
What is the most important factor when selecting the right PFD? - Answer✔Passenger's body
weight and chest size
What is a PFD? - Answer✔Personal Flotation Device
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - Answer✔Maximum
weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - Answer✔Consult a
nautical chart
According to Texas law, what are the age/date requirements for someone to operate a personal
watercraft (PWC) unaccompanied? - Answer✔Above the age of 13; if born on or after
September 1, 1993, operator must be boater ed certified
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? - Answer✔Type I
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an understanding of basic
safety practices? - Answer✔The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - Answer✔Mounted in an
accessible location
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - Answer✔Increases the
likelihood of accidents
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - Answer✔When it is slightly torn
When boating on federally controlled water in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally
required to have on board? - Answer✔A blue and white international flag
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