COMBINED FLASH CARDS FOR RI BOATING EXAM; 1. ri boating license test TR edits; 2. BOAT Licensing Exam Terms use this one separate questions from website

an offender has a BAC of 0.15% or greater. On a first conviction of boating while intoxicated, which of these penalties would the person receive?

B; $500 fine and / or imprisonment for up to one year

which of the following is a non-pyrotechnic VDS (visual distress signal) that is approved for use during the day?

B; DISTRESS FLAG

according to rhode island law, what are the legal operating hours for a PWC (personal water craft)?

B; between one-HALF hour before sunrise and one-HALF hour after sunset

How does a vessel operator keep a proper lookout?

B; by watching and listening

what should you do if a fire breaks out in the back of your boat?

B; head the boat into the wind

Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout?

B; to avoid collisions

What is true about operating a boat in Rhode Island while intoxicated?

By operating a vessel on Rhode Island waters, a boater has consented to alcohol testing by a law enforcement official

you are boating in a harbor, inlet, pond, or other confined body of water in rhode island. in clear conditions, what is the maximum speed limit from sunrise to sunset?

C; 45 miles per hour

A sailbaot under sail is about to cross paths with a PWC (Personal Water craft). What action should be taken?

C; The PWC (Personal watercraft) should change course and speed

Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and speed?

C; The stand-on vessel

You are operating a powerboat at night. Your green sidelight must be visible to boats approaching from which direction?

C; head on and starboard (right)

One boat is overtaking another. Which boat must give way?

C; the boat that is overtaking

what color are safe water markers?

C; white with red vertical stripes

On Rhode Island waters, how far must a powerboat vessel stay away from a diver-down flag?

at least 50 feet; stay at least 50 feet away from a diver down flag; red flag with white diagonal stripe means a diver underwater in the immediate area

According to Rhode Island law, during what hours is it illegal to tow a person behind a boat on water skis or other device?

between one (1) hour after sunset and one (1) hour before sunrise

According to Rhode Island law, during what hours is it illegal to operate a personal watercraft?

between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise

What should the operators of a PWC and a motorboat do when approaching head-on?

both vessels should turn to starboard (right)

in rhode island, during what hours is it legal to tow a water-skier behind a vessel?

c; between ONE HOUR before sunrise and ONE HOUR after sunset

you are caught in a storm in your boat. Your engine stops. What should you do?

c; drop a sea anchor off the bow

A powerboat is underway in the fog. What sound signal should you hear?

c; one prolonged blast every two minutes

a passenger on a small boat falls overboard. How should this person be pulled back onto the boat?

c; over the stern (the back of the boat) with the engine TURNED OFF!

what can a vessel operator use to make sure he or she has everything needed for a safe trip?

c; pre-departure checklist

if you are involved in a boating accident, what is the first thing you must do?

c; stop and render aid to other persons affected by the accident

a boater is convicted of boating while intoxicated with a child on board. The operator may be imprisoned for up to one year if the child is how old?

c; under 13 years of age

What determines if a speed is safe for your boat?

c; visibility conditions

What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?

consult a nautical chart

How long should your anchor be?

d; 7 to 10 times the depth of the water

whom should you contact if you see suspicious activities on the waterways?

d; U.S. Coast Guard

How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?

d; You have enough time to avoid a collision

according to Rhode Island law, who must wear a USCG-approved PFD (personal flotation device) while underway in a recreational vessel less than 65 feet in length unless below deck or in an enclosed cabin?

d; all children under 13 years of age

when is the best time to wear a PFD (personal flotation device)?

d; at all times

where is the best place to put PFDs (Personal Flotation Device) while you are out on your boat?

d; in an open bin near the passenger seats

when does fog usually form in inlets and bays?

d; in the morning or evening when the temperature changes

what should you do to avoid colliding with another boat?

d; keep a sharp watch, and appoint a lookout

you see a white buoy with an orange crossed diamond. What should you do?

d; keep out of the marked area

You return from the open sea. You see a green lighted buoy with the number 3. What should you do?

d; keep the buoy on your port (left) side

a vessel is traveling at GREATER than "no wake speed." How fast is it going?

d; more than 5 miles per hour

where must a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?

d; on both sides of the forward half of the vessel

in rhode island, which of these is legal for PWC (personal water craft) operators?

d; operating at greater than "headway speed" while more than 200 feet from swimmers

what is needed for steering control on a Personal water craft (PWC)?

d; power to the jet drive

which PFD (Personal Flotation Device) is designed to be thrown to someone in the water?

d; ring buoy

how do you treat a victim of cold water immersion?

d; seek medical help immediately

What is your primary responsibility when the other boats are in your area?

d; to keep a proper lookout and avoid a collision

what is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut-off switch?

d; to shut off the engine if the operator falls overboard

What is indicated by a white marker with an orange diamond and black lettering?

exclusion or keep-out area, such as a swim area

Which of these should you leave with a friend or relative before taking an extended outing on the water?

float plan for your trip

What does a falling barometer indicate?

foul weather approaching

When must navigation lights be displayed?

from sunset to sunrise AND during periods of restricted visibility

What should you do if you are operating a power-driven vessel A and power-driven vessel B begins to cross on your starboard (right) side?

give way by slowing down and changing course

How full should you fill the fuel tank on a PWC?

leave a little empty space in the tank

According to Rhode Island law, children of what age are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket while underway on an open vessel less than 65 feet in length?

those under 13 years of age

Which practice reduces the risk of a dangerous boating emergency?

A; maintaining a safe speed based on the boat traffic

When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat?

A; shift into reverse gear

what should you require from others who operate your vessel?

a; they operate the vessel responsibly

In Rhode Island, how far must a PWC operating at more than "headway speed" stay from swimmers, divers, the shoreline, or moored vessels?

200 feet

According to Rhode Island law, what is the maximum speed allowed for "no wake speed"?

5 mph

falling overboard is a major risk on small boats. How can you reduce this risk?

A; BALANCE THE WEIGHT OF PEOPLE AND GEAR

You are out on the water in foggy conditions. You hear one prolonged blast plus two short blasts every two minutes. What does this sound signal mean?

A; I am a sailing vessel underway

what condition is often confused with the early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning?

A; hypothermia

when is a boat operator required to assist anyone injured in an accident?

A; if it is safe to do so

you have a motorboat powered by a motor greater than 10 horsepower. When may a person who has not met the education requirements operate the motorboat legally?

A; they are supervised on board by a person 18 years of age or older who has met the education requirements

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How do you avoid overloading your vessel?

Don't allow the load weight or number of passengers to exceed the maximum stated on the capacity plate

Which of these is a factor that determines if a speed is safe for your boat?

D; Hazards in the water

if you use pyrotechnic visual distress signals (VDS), how many unexpired VDSs must you carry on board your vessel?

D; THREE

What is every vessel operator required to do?

D; Take all necessary action to avoid a collision

you are operating a PWC (personal water craft) on rhode island public waters. What document must you have on board?

D; boater education course certificate

What is the best way to approach a dock when there is a strong wind or current?

D; into the wind or current

What should you do to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning while boating?

Never allow swimmers to enter an enclosed area under a swim or dive platform, even for one second

Stand-on vessel

The vessel that is overtaking another vessel is the give-way vessel, regardless of whether it is a sailing vessel or a power-driven vessel. The vessel being overtaken is always the stand-on vessel. : https://dem.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur861/files/programs/bnatres/enforce/pdfs/rib-course.pdf ; The vessel that must maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. If you must take action, do not turn toward the give-way vessel or cross in front of it. ; source: Give-way vessel: The vessel that is required to take early and substantial action to keep out of the way of other vessels by stopping, slowing down, or changing course. Avoid crossing in front of other vessels. Any change of course and/or speed should be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel. (A series of small changes should be avoided.) https://www.boat-ed.com/canada/studyGuide/Rules-for-Encountering-Other-Vessels/10119902_114044/#:~:text=Stand%2Don%20vessel%3A%20The%20vessel,cross%20in%20front%20of%20it.

A life jacket must be readily accessible. What does this mean?

You can put it on without delay in an emergency

Which marker indicated that there is diving activity in the area?

a rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe

Who may depart from the Navigation Rules?

a; anyone who needs to avoid a collision

who is responsible for explaining proper waste disposal procedures to passengers on a boat?

a; boat operator

what information would be included on a nautical chart of a harbor?

a; channel locations

while boating, you see a red flag with a white diagonal stripe. What does this flag mean?

a; diver underwater in the immediate area; stay at least 50 feet away from a diver down flag; red flag with white diagonal stripe means a diver underwater in the immediate area

you fall when skiing behind a boat. What should you do to help the boat operator spot you more quickly?

a; hold a ski up out of the water

where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?

a; in a readily accessible location

what should those in small boats do to protect against capsizing their craft?

a; keep a low center of gravity and three points of contact

which of these vessels must have a certificate of number and validation decals to operate a legally on rhode island public waters?

a; motorboat

what determines how many wearable PFDs are required on board a vessel?

a; number of people on board

what amount of alcohol consumed while boatin is equivalent to the amount of alcohol required to make a person legally intoxicated on land?

a; one-third

which of these pfds (personal flotation devices) would be considered readily accessible?

a; pfds located within easy reach of everyone on board

your boat capsizes and floats away. What should you do?

a; securely fasten your PFD (personal flotation device), and wait for help

if your boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?

a; stop the engine, and lift the outdrive!

how does the effect of alcohol while boating compare to its effect while on land?

a; the effect is increased while boating

Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout?

a; the operators of both boats

stage 3 (long-term immersion hypothermia) sets in after about 30 minutes following immersion in cold water. What happens during stage 3 of cold water immersion?

a; the organs in the core of your body are cooled, eventually leading to loss of consciousness and death

all fire extinguishers are labeled with a letter and a number. What does the number indicate?

a; the relative size of the extinguisher

What are the conditions that require operators or owners of vessels involved in a boating accident to report the accident immediately to the DEM or a local or state police?

accident results in death, disappearance, personal injury, and/or damage in excess of $2000

When should you turn on the power ventilation system to help eliminate vapors in the bilge?

after fueling and before starting the engine

What can you do to prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species from one waterway to another?

allow your boat to dry before its next use

According to Rhode Island law, who must be on board, in addition to the operator, if the vessel is towing a skier?

an observer at least 12 years old in a position to observe the skier

If you have a recreational vessel with installed toilet facilities, what other equipment must be on board?

an operable marine sanitation device

How long should you run your boat's power ventilation system in order to eliminate fuel vapors in the bilge

at least 4 minutes

What is the purpose of an inboard engine's ventilation system?

avoid explosions by removing flammable gases

a vessel is involved in an accident or casualty exceeding $2,000. how long does the operator have to file a written report?

b; 5 days

which statement about PFDs (personal flotation devices) is true?

b; PFDs are difficult to put on in the water

You are approaching another boat. Assume that according to the navigation rules, you are the stand-on boat. Which exception to the rules means you must give way?

b; The other boat has difficulty maneuvering.

You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red, green, and white lights on another boat. What do these lights tell you?

b; a power-driven vessel is approaching head on. Both vessels must give way.

according to rhode island law, who must wear a USCG- approved pfd while being towed behind a vessel?

b; all persons being towed

which of these boating activities violates homeland security restrictions?

b; anchoring beneath a bridge or in a channel

what should you do if you encounter a fishing boat while out in your vessel?

b; avoid making a large wake

how does a responsible boater protect the shoreline?

b; by preventing erosion

what piece of equipment on a boat is most important in preventing propeller strike injuries?

b; engine cut-off switch lanyard

what is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?

b; have everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times

what should you do if a PFD (personal flotation device) has a tear in the outer fabric?

b; replace the PFD (personal flotation device)

which action is safe for a pwc?

b; seating two people behind the operator on a PWC (personal water craft) rated for three

when would a written boating accident report be required?

b; the vessel is involved in an accident or casualty exceeding $2,000

a PWC (personal water craft) is towing a skier and has an observer on board. How many people must the PWC be rated to carry?

b; three

you see a white buoy with orange bands and an orange diamond. What should you do?

b; watch out for dangers such as rocks or stumps

two people are on a boat towing a skier. One person is the operator. What is the role of the second person?

b; watch the skier

what precaution should anglers and hunters take when fishing or hunting on cold water?

b; wear several layers under their PFDs (personal flotation devices)

At which part of a fire should you aim when using a fire extinguisher?

base

What part of a low-head dam poses the greatest hazard from a strong, recirculating current or boil?

base of the dam

What is the cause of most boating accidents?

human error

Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?

in a readily accessible location

A boat's capacity plate gives the maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely in certain weather conditions. What are these conditions?

in good weather

Why should you avoid operating your PWC above "slow, no wake speed" near shore?

it helps prevent erosion

Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?

letting off the throttle control

How do noise and vibration "stressors" affect you when operating a vessel?

make you tire more rapidly

How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land?

much greater effect while boating

What type of waste products may be discharged into U.S- controlled waters?

none

What determines how many wearable PFDs are required on a vessel

number of persons on board

How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?

on both sides of the forward half of the boat

Where should your passengers be while you are tied to the dock and fueling your vessel?

on the dock and away from the vessel

What is the legal operation of a PWC in Rhode Island?

operating at headway speed in a direct path to the operating area for PWCs

How should you pull someone out of the water and onto a small boat?

over the stern with the engine turned off; stern is the REAR END of a boat

Which PFD is designed to be thrown to someone in the water?

ring buoy

How do you treat a victim of cold water immersion or hypothermia?

seek medical help immediately

What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire?

shut off the fuel supply

What sound-producing device(s) is required when boating on Rhode Island waters in an 18-foot powerboat?

some means of making an efficient sound signal capable of a FOUR-second blast

Which side of a vessel has a green light at night?

starboard (right) side

If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?

stop the engine and lift the outdrive

When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?

the operators of both vessels

Why should you never use a boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer (power load)?

the propeller's wash can erode sediment just beyond the ramp's surface

When are you NOT responsible for any damage or injury caused by the negligent operation of your vessel?

the vessel is being operated by someone who stole it

What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers?

to mark the edges of safe water areas

What should you do to reduce the risk of capsizing or swamping in rough water?

turn at controlled speeds

What should a motorboat operator do when someone is being pulled into the boat from the water?

turn off the engine

What do the rating symbols on a fire extinguisher indicate?

type of fire it will extinguish and relative size of extinguisher

Where are the exhaust outlets located that could cause a swimmer to get a fatal dose of carbon monoxide?

under a swim platform

When boating in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally required to have on board?

visual distress signals (VDS)

What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout?

watch for navigational hazards

Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia?

when immersed in cold water

You are allowed to tie up to a mooring buoy with permission. What does a mooring buoy look like?

white with a blue horizontal band

When boating at night, what does a single white light on a vessel tell you?

you are overtaking another vessel or it is anchored