BoatUSFoundation Washington Chapter 1-6 Questions

What type of boat is most likely to have a planing hull?

What must be done with the vessel's registration paper?

Which of the following is a characteristic of an overloaded boat?

What special care must you take with your hull identification number (HIN)?

Where onboard a boat are the gunwales located?

What type of planning hull handles rough water the best?

What is a characteristic of a catamaran hull?

What is true of a No Discharge Zone or NDZ?

Which of the following vessels are exempt from being titled and registered in Virginia?

In washington, where can you get a boat trailer registration?

On power-driven vessels, which of the following is true of navigation lights?

According to the Navigation Rules, a rapidly ringing bell every minute signals what?

Which of the following is true of a carburetor backfire flame arrestor?

What is the USCG-approved meaning of "serviceable condition" for PFDs?

USCG regulations require that a 14 foot powerboat carry which of the following items between sunset and sunrise?

Which of the following items is/are required on a 12 foot inflatable dinghy?

How often should the inflator on a Type V PFD be checked?

Which type of fire extinguisher should be onboard a vessel with a permanently installed fuel tank?

Every person aboard a personal watercraft is required to wear what in Virginia?

When not below deck or in an enclosed cabin, children under what age must wear PFDs when boating in Virginia?

Trailer ratings are based on what?

When are lights required to be installed on a trailer?

Which of the following is considered a safe refueling practice?

What should you do if caught in severe storm conditions?

Which of the following is a sign that the weather may change for the worse?

Tide tables contain which of the following?

What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon?

What test can be performed to detect a leak after fueling a gasoline-powered boat?

Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?

Where should non-essential passengers stand during the fueling process?

Which one of the following is true about can buoys?

A yellow buoy may mark which of the following?

What should be avoided when anchoring?

For most anchoring situations, which is the best type of anchor line?

When is a lookout on a vessel required?

A mooring buoy is a white buoy with which color stripe

By operating a boat in Virginia, you have consented to what kind of test if directed by a marine patrol officer?

Which statement is true about red buoys under the Inland Rules?

According to the Navigation Rules, which of the following is true?

What action should be taken when nearing a bend in a narrow channel?

A boat operating in a narrow channel is required to keep as close as is safe to what side?

On a recreational boat, the location of emergency equipment (life jackets, fire extinguishers, visual distress signals, radio, etc.) should be reviewed before departure with which persons?

What should a boater do with a float plan?

In Virginia, boaters with blood alcohol content (BAC) over what percent are considered Operating Under the Influence (OUI)?

In Virginia, a person must be how old to legally operate a PWC?

What is the primary purpose of the Navigation Rules?

What does it mean if you are the stand on vessel in an overtaking situation?

Which of the following should you do when anchoring?

What information is most important when passing near a lighthouse?

When returning from sea, a red navigational buoy should be passed in what manner?

Maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing applies to boats under what circumstances?

Regulatory and informational markers are easily identified through which features?

In Virginia, when hailed by a marine patrol officer, what must you do?

In Virginia, what must you do when operating a boat or PWC within 50 feet of a dock, boat launch, or people in the water?

What should you always do when a person falls overboard?

Where should fire extinguishers be stored on a boat?

When someone falls overboard, what action should the skipper take?

What is a requirement for fire extinguishers on a boat?

What should you do if your boat capsizes?

Which is the major cause of fatalities involving small boats?

What is the term for the depth of the water needed to float a boat clear of the bottom?

Which of the following is a good technique when using a fire extinguisher?

Within how many days must you file a boating accident for an incident that results in property damage only and exceeds $2000?

In Virginia, what are boat operators required to do when involved in an accident?

What should you do if you suddenly find yourself in cold water?

If grounded aboard a small powerboat, which is a method to help free yourself?

Which of the following is a symptom of hypothermia?

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

Which one of the following is a Coast Guard requirement for fire extinguishers?

If you run your boat aground, what should you do first?

Class "B" fire extinguishers are best suited to fight what kind of fires?

Which "class" of fires consists of flammable liquids including stove alcohol, gasoline and diesel?

The danger of hypothermia is greatest for a person in which situation?

You must submit a written accident report to the Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries if damage to property exceeds how much?

Why Must A personal Water Craft operator follow US Coast Guard Rules and Regulations?

When loading a small open boat, which of the following is important?

Which of the following is a recommended practice for PWC operation?

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

When capsized and floating on your back in a swift river current, how should you position your feet?

Which of the following is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Deadly amounts of carbon monoxide can be released from which of the following?

Which of the following is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Which of the following is not considered a deadly consequence of teak surfing or platform dragging?

When towed by a powerboat, waterskiing and other tow-sports must only take place during what hours in Virginia?

What does an automatic cut-off lanyard do when properly attached to a PWC operator?

What must be visible to law enforcement personnel while operating a PWC?

What is the leading cause of PWC accidents?

The U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft what kind of boat?

What hidden and potentially deadly danger exists when teak surfing or platform dragging?

Carbon monoxide poisoning is sometimes mistakenly identified as what?

Keep air flowing through the vessel

downstream

Keep the buoy on your starboard side

Anchor from the bow, rather than the stern

Stay with the boat

Falling overboard and drowning

Physical reactions become slower

If necessary to avoid immediate danger

Before you leave the ramp area

It may cause personal injury or damage

It may never be dumped in inland waters

Slow down and/or turn to starboard

All boats at all hours

White color with orange geometric shapes

Doing so would not endanger your own boat or passengers

From the bow

White

Starboard side

The state of visibility

To take early and substantial action to keep well clear

BE-5 What does a capacity plate indicate? Fuel tank and oil reservoir size Safe load limit Vessel dimensions Number of life jackets required

BE-11 What special care must you take with your hull identification number (HIN)? Conceal it to prevent identification theft Be careful not to remove or destroy this number Display it on the forward half of your vessel Remove it after purchase so it doesn't get stolen

BE-12 A planing hull has which of the following characteristics? It is designed to ride on top of the water It pushes water out of its way at high speed It maneuvers poorly at any speed It tends to be very heavy and displaces water

BE-13 What does a boat's capacity plate indicate? The vessel registration number The maximum propeller diameter The size and capacity of the fuel tank The maximum number of persons and weight the boat should carry

BE-21 What does a marine pump out station do? Cleans contaminated fuel tanks Removes water from flooded bilges Pumps out waste from holding tanks Controls water flow at a dam

BE-24 Under federal law, it is illegal to toss any garbage from a boat if you are within how many miles of shore? 3 5 10 15

BE-28 When is the best time for cleaning your boat to stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species? Before you leave home When you get back home Before you leave the ramp area Prior to launching at a different waterway

BE-37 Most cruising sailboats and trawlers have what type of hull? Cathedral Hull Deep V Hull Flat Bottom Hull Round Bottom Hull

BE-39 A cathedral hull allows a boat to do what? Get up on a plane quicker Turn easier Operate effiently in reverse Run at a higher RPM

BE-44 What is true of a No Discharge Zone or NDZ? Discharge of sewage is illegal Charging batteries is not allowed Exhaust mufflers are suggested Discharging water is recommended

EQ-2 On power-driven vessels, which of the following is true of navigation lights? Lights must be turned on from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.Lights must be green on port and red on starboardLights must be white on the bow and red on the sternLights must be on during periods of restricted visibility

EQ-4 What must you do if you see another vessel's red and white lights off your starboard bow? Proceed at full speed Maneuver to avoid a collision Steer toward the lights Speed up and take a look

EQ-6 If you see a red, a green, and a white light on another boat, what does this tell you? A boat is approaching you head-on A boat is moving directly away from you You have encountered a vessel at anchor with engine running You are the stand-on vessel and must maintain course and speed

EQ-9 If another boat signals their intention to pass you from astern, what should you do? Return the signal with five short blasts if you agree with their intentions Sound with the same signal but louder if you don't understand their intentions Answer with the same signal if in agreement and maintain course and speed Immediately move to the right or left side of the channel and let them pass

EQ-10 What do three short blasts of a horn indicate? A boat is warning you that you may be on a collision course You are approaching a boat in a designated anchorage area A boat is using astern propulsion and is in the act of backing up A drawbridge is about to close and you must stay clear

EQ-12 A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following aboard? VHF radio or cell phone Marine sanitation device Sound signaling device Seat for every passenger

EQ-32 Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? It is designed to be used as a throwable device It is considered a good rough-water offshore PFD It has greater buoyancy than all other PFDs It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up

EQ-33 When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration? Size Price Storage Pockets Designer Styling

EQ-36 When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help avoid a collision? Flares Compass Flashlight Binoculars

EQ-41 If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? 7 5 3 1

TP-1 The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR)? 5 to 15% 16 to 25% 26 to 35% 36 to 45%

TP-2 Trailer ratings are based on what? The type of boat they are designed to carry The length and width of the trailer The total weight of the trailer and boat The type of hitch they use

TP-14 Which of the following is a sign that the weather may change for the worse? Clouds moving from east to west A sudden drop in the temperature Static on the FM band of the radio A rise in the barometric pressure

TP-19 Which of the following is recommended maintenance for an inboard boat? Life jackets should be securely stored in the forward v-berth compartment Deteriorated engine and hull zincs should be replaced if corroded Keep expired flares 1 year after expiration without replacing them Seacocks for the engine and galley should be locked in the open position

TP-23 Which safety precaution should be taken first by a boat operator when boating in stormy weather? Close all the hatches Broadcast a "MAYDAY" Immediately ask the Coast Guard for help Make sure all aboard are wearing USCG-approved PFDs

TP-25 Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm? A buildup of dark clouds A decrease in wind speed A glassy sheen on the water surface The development of a fog bank

TP-29 What is the vertical movement of the surface of a body of water called? Tide Current Mean water Sheer

TP-37 Who should you call first if you have an oil or fuel spill? Your boat insurance company The local marine police or harbor patrol U.S. Coast Guard National Response Center The Environmental Protection Agency

TP-38 By law, what must you do if oil or fuel spills into the water? Leave it to evaporate or sink to the bottom Hose it down to avoid a fire hazard Disperse it with household cleaners or detergents Report it to the U.S. Coast Guard National Response Center

SB-17 Which of the following must you do when anchoring at night? Sound a horn signal every hour Turn your bow and stern lights on Display an all-around white light Keep a look out person on de

SB-20 Which of the following is recommended when docking your boat? Use lines and cleats to help maneuver your boat Put out fenders after you are secured to the dock Remove all slack in your lines once you are tied up Use full speed to maintain maneuverability

SB-23 Which of the following is true about the use of alcohol while boating? It is against the law to operate a vessel while intoxicated Alcohol has less of an affect on you while boating because of the fresh air If you feel like you had too much to drink, a dip in the water can sober you up There are no laws that govern the use of alcohol while operating a boat

When approaching a mooring buoy, which of the following should you do? Approach slowly, so as not to run over the mooring line or buoy Approach the mooring buoy from the opposite direction of the moored boats Attach extra line to the mooring buoy to reduce the chance of dragging Always keep the boat in gear in order to provide steerage if you miss the buoy

SB-30 When is a lookout on a vessel required? At all times In bad weather When near another vessel Within 100 yards of land

SB-34 When operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested area, why should you watch your wake? It may be used to estimate boat speed It may cause personal injury or damage It should not be more than three inches high It can be used to judge clearance from other boats

SB-50 On a recreational boat, the location of emergency equipment (life jackets, fire extinguishers, visual distress signals, radio, etc.) should be reviewed before departure with which persons? Everyone aboard Paid crew members All non-swimmers Adults age 21 and over

SB-51 Under the Navigation Rules, in which situation is it OK to break the rules? When you are fishing and can't maneuver well When you are changing direction on a sail boat When absolutely necessary to avoid a collision It is never OK to break the Navigation Rules

SB-54 A float plan should contain what information? A pre-departure checklist A national weather service storm advisory signal listing Coast Guard emergency radio frequencies A date and time to contact the authorities

P-2 What is the safest thing to do for someone suspected of having hypothermia? Give them a warm alcoholic beverage Massage the body to circulate blood Get immediate medical attention Apply hot towels to the head to thin the blood

EP-3 What should you do if your small open boat capsizes? Elect someone to swim to shore for help Get under the capsized boat for protection Stay with the boat and signal for help Push or pull the boat to a busy boating channel

EP-17 What is hypothermia? A small but devastating aquatic nuisance species that can choke out natural plant life A situation when the engine overheats as a result of improper ventilation A serious condition that requires medical attention as a result of cold water immersion A dark cloud formation that builds from the East indicating an approaching storm

EP-37 What type of Boating Emergency causes the most fatalities? Collision Capsizing Fire Running Aground

EP-38 When performing a self rescue, when should you swim to shore? When you first hit the water When hypothermia starts to set in When you see someone on shore As the last resort

BA-2 What does a slashing hand motion over the neck mean by a waterskiing participant? Lengthen the ski rope Slow the boat down Cut the motor or stop Return to the dock

BA-7 Other than a PFD, what two things must be aboard every personal watercraft? An oar and reserve fuel tank Certificate of documentation and tool kit Garbage placard and state registration Fire extinguisher and emergency signaling devices

BA-10 When arriving at a navigation lock, what is the order of priority? Commercial vessels, fishing vessels, military craft then pleasure craft Pleasure craft, commercial vessels, military craft then fishing vessels. Fishing vessels, military craft, pleasure craft then commercial vessels Military craft, commercial vessels, fishing vessels then pleasure craft

BA-11 When passing through a lock, which light means "approach the lock under full control?" Red Amber Green White

BA-13 What do courteous PWC operators always do? Wear a Type IV PFD Control speed, noise and wake File a float plan with the Coast Guard Loan their PWC to inexperienced riders

BA-17 Why are low head dams dangerous to small boats and paddle craft? The roar of the water can confuse boat operators Backwash can pin you and your boat indefinitely The dam may not have any water on the other side They are always well marked giving you false confidence

3 things found on boat capacity plate

Bow- Starboard- Stern- Port- helm- transom- gunwales-

Planing hulls are designed to ride on top of the water and tend to be fast. Displacement hulls tend to push through the water and are typically slower. (TRUE / FALSE)

Your state registration numbers and registration decal are like the "license plate" on your car and is typically required for mechanically-powered recreational boats. (TRUE / FALSE)

List four things that are generally true about the placement and appearance of your boat's registration numbers, letters and decal:

Boats manufactured after 1972 will most likely have a hull identification number (HIN) engraved on the bow which includes recommended horsepower, length overall and draft. (TRUE / FALSE)

Flat bottom hull- Round bottom hull- Deep-vee hull- Cathedral hull- Tunnel hull-

Boats that are federally documented must be registered with the ___________________ and must have the documentation numbers permanently attached to ______________________.

The Hull Identification Number (HIN) must not be altered, painted over, obscured or destroyed and is helpful in locating your boat if stolen because it is unique to your boat. (TRUE / FALSE)

After reading the section on garbage overboard, list three reasons why it is never a good idea to toss garbage in the water.

Boats 26' in length or longer must have a garbage placard prominently posted aboard. Regardless of the size of boat you operate, list five items listed on this placard that cannot be thrown in the water where you typically do your boating.

Almost every area of the country has a specific aquatic nuisance species concern and as boaters we have an important role to play in not transporting these species from one body to another. (TRUE/FALSE)

Type I Type II Type III Portable

Explain the purpose of having a "Y" valve as part of marine toilet. (EXPLAIN)

Name at least one aquatic nuisance species you have encountered or may encounter where you typically do your boating. (LIST)

List five places where aquatic nuisance species can hide or hitchhike on a boat and/ or trailer when traveling from one body of water to another. (LIST)

Which of the following is true in regard to a fuel spill when refueling your boat? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) ____ Any spill that leaves a sheen on the water must be reported to the United States Coast Guard National Response Center ____ You are responsible for any environmental damage caused by your fuel spill ____ It is against the law to use detergents or other chemicals on a spill to disperse the sheen

A U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket is the single most important piece of safety equipment on your boat. The majority of boating fatalities are due to drowning and approximately 90% were not wearing a life jacket. (TRUE / FALSE)

The best kind of life jacket is the one that you

Type I Type II Type III Type IV Type V

An inflatable life jacket must be worn to meet federal carriage ____________________ and is not guaranteed to turn an unconscious wearer ______________. Inflatable life jackets use a ___________ cylinder to inflate the life jacket. Some inflate ___________________ when in the water while others are activated by pulling a _____________________. Some are designed to be worn around the ______________ and others are worn over the ________________________. (FILL IN THE BLANKS)

On a typical recreational boat, the red light is on the PORT / STARBOARD side, the green light is on the PORT / STARBOARD side, and the white light is near the BOW / STERN.

Navigation lights are required to be displayed from ______________ to ______________ and at timed of reduced _______________. In addition to properly displaying your _______________, you are also responsible for knowing the type and heading of another ______________ by understanding and interpreting their ___________________ pattern.

If you are maneuvering around other vessels what do the following sound signals indicate? (MATCHING) One short blast Two short blasts Three short blasts Five short blasts

If you see a steady white light it is most likely headed TOWARD /AWAY FROM you and if you see a red and green light a the same time it is most likely headed TOWARD / AWAY FROM you. (SELECT ANSWER)

List some of the main uses of a very high frequency (VHF) radio.

Rank the following VHF radio calls in order of urgency from the most urgent to less urgent and summarize their meanings.