Boat Ed temporary boaters test answers With complete
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What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? - CORRECT ANSWERS
The other boat may create a blind spot for the PWC operator
Vessel operators involved in a reportable boa#ng accident must report the accident by the
quickest means possible to: - CORRECT ANSWERS 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 condi#ons. What are the condi#ons? - CORRECT ANSWERS good
weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you must: -
CORRECT ANSWERS both A and C
Any person born on or a0er January 1,1988, who operates a vessel with a motor of 10
horsepower or greater must have the following: - CORRECT ANSWERS proof of approved
boater safety educa#on
What is the purpose of a lanyard a6ached to an engine cut off switch? - CORRECT ANSWERS to
shut off the engine if the operator falls overboard
our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? - CORRECT ANSWERS hang onto to
the boat or climb
When boa#ng in shallow areas or seagrass beds, you see a mud trail in your wake where your
boat has churned up the bo6om, if you see this trail you should: - CORRECT ANSWERS stop
your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
, What three ingredients ignite a fire? - CORRECT ANSWERS heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should you do? -
CORRECT ANSWERS keep the marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - CORRECT ANSWERS
range crossed diamond
A powerboat is opera#ng at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? - CORRECT ANSWERS
white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What ac#on must be taken? - CORRECT
ANSWERS Both vessels should turn to the starboard (right) .
What should the operator of a stand on vessel do when encountering a giveaway vessel? -
CORRECT ANSWERS maintain course and speed unless the give way vessel does not take ac#on
According to Florida law, what should be done with a badly discolored USCG-approved PFD
with a torn strap. - CORRECT ANSWERS discard and replace it
Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat? - CORRECT ANSWERS in
an open bin near the passenger seats
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boa#ng? - CORRECT ANSWERS operator
Which of the following is legal when opera#ng a PWC? - CORRECT ANSWERS A6aching the
lanyard cut off switch to the operators PFD
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What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? - CORRECT ANSWERS
The other boat may create a blind spot for the PWC operator
Vessel operators involved in a reportable boa#ng accident must report the accident by the
quickest means possible to: - CORRECT ANSWERS 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 condi#ons. What are the condi#ons? - CORRECT ANSWERS good
weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you must: -
CORRECT ANSWERS both A and C
Any person born on or a0er January 1,1988, who operates a vessel with a motor of 10
horsepower or greater must have the following: - CORRECT ANSWERS proof of approved
boater safety educa#on
What is the purpose of a lanyard a6ached to an engine cut off switch? - CORRECT ANSWERS to
shut off the engine if the operator falls overboard
our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? - CORRECT ANSWERS hang onto to
the boat or climb
When boa#ng in shallow areas or seagrass beds, you see a mud trail in your wake where your
boat has churned up the bo6om, if you see this trail you should: - CORRECT ANSWERS stop
your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
, What three ingredients ignite a fire? - CORRECT ANSWERS heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should you do? -
CORRECT ANSWERS keep the marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - CORRECT ANSWERS
range crossed diamond
A powerboat is opera#ng at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? - CORRECT ANSWERS
white masthead light
A motor boat and a pic are approaching head-on. What ac#on must be taken? - CORRECT
ANSWERS Both vessels should turn to the starboard (right) .
What should the operator of a stand on vessel do when encountering a giveaway vessel? -
CORRECT ANSWERS maintain course and speed unless the give way vessel does not take ac#on
According to Florida law, what should be done with a badly discolored USCG-approved PFD
with a torn strap. - CORRECT ANSWERS discard and replace it
Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat? - CORRECT ANSWERS in
an open bin near the passenger seats
Who is required to keep a proper lookout while boa#ng? - CORRECT ANSWERS operator
Which of the following is legal when opera#ng a PWC? - CORRECT ANSWERS A6aching the
lanyard cut off switch to the operators PFD
