boating license
Which marker indicates that a boat has limited maneuvering ability?
"Alpha Flag". This is a blue and white flag with a swallow tail.
diagram of boat which is bow
A
what is the name of this buoy
A starboard hand buoy
What precautions should the operator of a pleasure craft take in order to avoid a collision with another boat?
Always maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing
According to North Carolina law, who must be onboard, in addition to the operator, if a PWC without a rearview mirror is towing a skier?
An observer in a position to observe the progress of the person being towed
Hypothermia can only occur in what kind of water?
Any water cool enough to lower your body temperature below 95 degrees
What should you always do when starting your PWC?
Attach the lanyard to your wrist or PFD
Which letter indicates a port sidelight on this boat?
B
How does alcohol use affect boat operators or passengers?
Balance is impaired
What should you do while leaving a dock if the wind or current pushes you away from the dock?
Cast off all lines. When clear and safely away from the dock, shift to forward and gradually turn your boat away from the dock
Which letter indicates a sternlight on this boat?
D
What is the proper way to use a fire extinguisher?
Direct it at the base of the flames and sweep side to side using short bursts
What should be done with a badly discolored USCG-approved PFD with a torn strap?
Discard and replace it
What must you do if your boat suffers a mechanical failure or breaks down?
Drop anchor to prevent the boat from drifting while you try to repair the problem
What is the main cause of boating accidents resulting in death?
Falling overboard and drowning with no PFD on
What is the first thing you should do if your boat starts taking on water?
Find the source of the water
What is the purpose of this buoy?
Gives a specific information of interest to the mariner
What do Federal Regulations require of all personal watercraft?
Have a USCG approved, Class B-1 fire extinguisher aboard
How does being under the influence of alcohol or drugs affect boat operators or passengers?
Impaired judgement increases risk-taking
In case you fall off, why is it important to have the lanyard that connects to the PWC's start/stop switch attached to your wrist or PFD?
It will automatically stop the engine
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD?
It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up
What is the primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress?
Keeping his/her vessel and him/herself out of danger
What is a boat operator required to do during all hours that the boat is underway?
Maintain a proper lookout
What is the first thing you should do if your boat runs aground?
Make sure no one is injured and there is no hull flooding
What should you do before launching from a dock?
Make sure to warm your engine(s).
What precaution should you take to reduce chances of injury to a person in the water re-boarding the boat?
Move the boat along side the person and stop the engine
What behavior should you adopt in order to comply with Homeland security measures?
Observe and avoid all security zones
When navigating in a narrow channel, where should you position your boat?
On the starboard side, as close to the outer limit as is safe and practical
Which of the following is considered negligent or reckless operation?
Operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs
What is the first thing you should do after retrieving a boat onto a trailer?
Pull the trailer well away from the boat ramp
What should you do if your boat capsizes
Put on your PFD, swim to the boat, and stay with the boat
Which navigation lights will be seen looking at the bow of a 19-foot powerboat underway at night?
Red on port side of bow, green on starboard side, white light showing 360 degrees
Which of the following should you do to treat hypothermia?
Slowly bring the body temperature back up by covering the victim and another warm body with a blanket
What should you do until help arrives if you fall overboard while NOT wearing a PFD?
Stay calm in the water and conserve energy
In addition to wearing a USCG-approved PFD, what is the best course of action to take in a capsizing or swamping situation?
Stay with the boat
What is the best way to anchor your boat?
Stop the boat, lower the anchor to the bottom, back up slowly while letting out the anchor rode
What does a red light at the lock mean?
Stop, do not enter and look for traffic exiting
As the operator of power-driven vessel (A), what should you do if you meet a sailing vessel (B)?
Take action and avoid crossing ahead of vessel B
What must you do if you wish to overtake another vessel?
Take action to keep clear of the other vessel
Which flag should a boat engaged in diving operations fly?
The "Alpha Flag" and/or a "Divers Down Flag"
What factor should be considered in determining a safe speed?
The maneuverability of your vessel
Which of the following factors should you consider when selecting an anchor?
The type of bottom in which it will be used
Why should boaters slow down while passing recreational fishing boats?
The wake may cause injury or damage
What is true for all visual distress signals?
They should only be used in case of an emergency or distress
On a boat used for water skiing, what is the primary responsibility of the observer?
To monitor the skier and relay messages to the boat operator
What are ventilation systems on boats used for?
To remove fumes prior to starting the engine(s)
What should you do while leaving a dock if the wind or current pushes you back onto it?
Use the bow line as an after bow spring and move slowly forward to swing the stern away
Which of the following must sound rapid strokes on the bell for 5 seconds at intervals not less than one minute in a zone of restricted visibility?
Vessels at anchor
Which of the following defines wake?
Waves that a boat leaves behind as it goes through the water
When are you allowed to depart from the United States Coast Guard Navigation Rules?
When it is necessary to avoid a collision
When is a boat operator required to submit an accident report?
When someone is injured and requires medical treatment (beyond first aid)
What happens when you put the throttle to idle, or shut off the engine on a forward moving PWC?
You will have no maneuvering capability
Which of the following vessels has priority over the others?
a vessel not under command
What should a boat operator do when trying to avoid adversely affecting anchored boats, row boats, swimmers, docks, floats and shorelines?
adjust speed to avoid damage due to wake and wash
As the operator of power-driven vessel (A), what should you do if you meet power-driven vessel (B)?
alter course to starboard
Which of the following is the proper procedure before dropping the anchor?
b
What is your responsibility as a skipper?
being aware of weather conditions
How should a vessel's validation decal be displayed with the registration number?
both sides of the boat
How do you let a lockmaster know you want to enter a lock?
calling on your VHF radio
According to the U.S. Coast Guard, what are the leading causes of recreational boating fatalities?
capsizing and falls overboard
What can happen when two boats are tied to one another?
carbon monoxide can build up
What can be a deadly consequence of teak surfing or platform dragging?
carbon monoxide poisoning
Where can you find information about how much weight the boat can hold, how many people are allowed on board, and the maximum outboard motor size for the boat?
carrying capacity plate
What is the best way to avoid running aground?
charts onboard
To avoid putting the boat and persons on board at risk, what should an operator do before heading out?
check the weather forecast
What is the purpose of a boat's ventilation system?
circulate air and fumes through engine and fuel compartmenets
In addition to using courtesy, what should you do when operating a motorboat?
control your noise and speed
What is the first thing to look for after starting your outboard engine?
cooling the engine with water (the long answer idk)
Why is it best to avoid anchoring from the stern alone?
could cause boat to swamp or capsize
What could be a consequence of drinking alcohol while operating a boat?
decrease balance and coordination
What does it mean when you see this flag?
diving
Which visual distress signal is acceptable for night use only?
flashlight
What should you do to protect yourself and others from carbon monoxide poisoning?
forward hatches open
What should you do before leaving the dock?
go over pre departure checklist
What color is the starboard navigation light?
green
What should water skiers use to communicate with the tow boat?
hand signals
What should a skier do if she/he falls in the water?
hold up a water ski
What should you do if you are in an accident involving injury, death, or disappearance?
id yourself and boat
What is the classification given to a PWC by the U.S. Coast Guard?
inboard boat
What does a flashing blue light indicate?
law enforcement watercraft
What is the most important thing to check before launching your boat?
make sure the drain plug is in place
Where may untreated human waste be dumped overboard while on inland waters?
must never be dumped overboard while on inland water
Which of the following is an example of legal operation of a PWC in North Carolina?
no wake speed near 100 ft vehicle
How do you detect a fuel leak?
open hatch and use sniff test
Which of the following refers to the hull identification number (HIN)?
permanently affixed to the rear of the transom
Why should you always wear a personal flotation device (PFD) or lifejacket when on board a boat?
prevent drowning
Where should portable marine fire extinguishers be mounted?
readily accessible area
In U.S. coastal waters, what color are cone-shaped, even-numbered nun buoys?
red
With whom should you leave a float plan before getting underway?
responsible person
What condition is often confused with the early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning?
seasickness
When should the operator of a boat consider dropping the anchor as a safety option?
severe weather threatens
When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
size
Which test can be performed to detect a leak after fueling a gasoline-powered boat?
sniff test
What may regulatory markers advise you of?
speed zones
how do you measure the length overall of a boat
the tip of the bow in a straight line to the stern of the vessel
What is required of every life jacket or PFD?
they must be of approved type
main characteristic of displacement vessels
to move through the water with a minimum of propulsion
Which is a source of weather forecast information for a boater?
tv weather station
What separates the submerged section on the hull of the boat from the section above the water level?
waterline
What color light must a 14-foot boat operating under oars show after dark to prevent a collision?
white
