Which picture represents the stern?
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The stern is the rear part of the boat.
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The stern is the rear part of the boat.
Which picture represents the masthead light ?
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The masthead light is a white light projecting towards the front of the boat.
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The masthead light is a white light projecting towards the front of the boat.
The HIN (Hull Identification Number)
The certificate of ownership
The capacity plate
The registration
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The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is the boat’s serial number. Boats built after 1972 must have a Hull Identification Number (HIN) permanently attached to the transom on the starboard side above the waterline.
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The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is the boat’s serial number. Boats built after 1972 must have a Hull Identification Number (HIN) permanently attached to the transom on the starboard side above the waterline.
Which is the proper route that the boat must take?
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As a give-way vessel, the boat is directed to keep out of the way of the other boat, which is a stand-on vessel, by taking early and substantial action to keep well clear.
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As a give-way vessel, the boat is directed to keep out of the way of the other boat, which is a stand-on vessel, by taking early and substantial action to keep well clear.
Which illustration represents an information buoy among the following?
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The information buoy is the fourth one. It is white, with an orange, open-faced square symbol on two opposite sides and two orange horizontal bands, one above and one below the square symbols.
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The information buoy is the fourth one. It is white, with an orange, open-faced square symbol on two opposite sides and two orange horizontal bands, one above and one below the square symbols.
Which illustration represents an exclusion buoy among the following?
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The exclusion buoy is the fourth one. The explanation may be placed outside the crossed diamond shape, such as dam, rapids, swim area, etc.
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The exclusion buoy is the fourth one. The explanation may be placed outside the crossed diamond shape, such as dam, rapids, swim area, etc.
A power-driven vessel shall keep out of the way of a sailing vessel.
TRUE
FALSE
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TRUE. As a stand-on vessel, the sailing vessel has the right of way on the power-driven vessel (give-way vessel). The sailing vessel shall maintain her course and speed.
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TRUE. As a stand-on vessel, the sailing vessel has the right of way on the power-driven vessel (give-way vessel). The sailing vessel shall maintain her course and speed.
When a boat capsizes or is submerged, should you stay with the boat or try to reach the shore as quickly as possible?
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If you should capsize, it may be safer to stay with the floating boat than try to swim to shore. Staying with the boat also provides an easier object for rescuers to see. Take a head count to make sure everyone is there, don life jackets, check for injuries and stay with the boat.
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If you should capsize, it may be safer to stay with the floating boat than try to swim to shore. Staying with the boat also provides an easier object for rescuers to see. Take a head count to make sure everyone is there, don life jackets, check for injuries and stay with the boat.
Which picture represents the starboard side ?
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The starboard side is the right side of a boat.
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The starboard side is the right side of a boat.
To who should you leave a float plan before getting underway?
The USCG
The local police
A responsible person
The sheriff's office
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Remember to communicate your float plan with a responsible person such as a family member or a friend. As well, during the trip, update your float plan in order to prevent unnecessary emergency operations.
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Remember to communicate your float plan with a responsible person such as a family member or a friend. As well, during the trip, update your float plan in order to prevent unnecessary emergency operations.
Which picture is the graphical representation of a body of water that provides information on depths, traffic lanes and buoys.
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Charts are graphic representations depicting areas of water, depicting the depths, underwater hazards, traffic routes, aids to navigation and adjacent coastal areas.
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Charts are graphic representations depicting areas of water, depicting the depths, underwater hazards, traffic routes, aids to navigation and adjacent coastal areas.
TRUE
FALSE
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FALSE. A PFD becomes void if it has been repaired or altered; therefore, it is no longer usable and must be replaced and discarded.
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FALSE. A PFD becomes void if it has been repaired or altered; therefore, it is no longer usable and must be replaced and discarded.
Which of the four types of pyrotechnic devices must be used only in daylight?
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The pyrotechnic orange smoke, hand-held or floating, may be used only in daylight.
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The pyrotechnic orange smoke, hand-held or floating, may be used only in daylight.
What type of boat uses yellow lights as navigation light?
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If you see yellow lights or a flashing yellow light, stay away, it is a towing vessel with an object in tow.
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If you see yellow lights or a flashing yellow light, stay away, it is a towing vessel with an object in tow.
What should we be prepared to show immediately to avoid a collision while navigating at night in a canoe or kayak?
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A canoe or kayak may display the lights prescribed for sailing vessels, but if not, must have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern (flashlight) showing a white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision.
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A canoe or kayak may display the lights prescribed for sailing vessels, but if not, must have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern (flashlight) showing a white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision.
What item is not displayed on a capacity plate?
The maximum carrying weight
The boat's top speed
The maximum persons capacity
The maximum horsepower recommended
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The capacity plate displays three important items: the maximum persons capacity, the maximum carrying weight - persons, motor & gear (pounds), and the maximum horsepower recommended for the boat.
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The capacity plate displays three important items: the maximum persons capacity, the maximum carrying weight - persons, motor & gear (pounds), and the maximum horsepower recommended for the boat.
Which buoy marks an area where boating is restricted?
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The control buoy (the first illustration) fits this definition. Type of control is indicated in the circle, such as slow, no wake, anchoring, etc.
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The control buoy (the first illustration) fits this definition. Type of control is indicated in the circle, such as slow, no wake, anchoring, etc.
Inboard engines
Outboard engines
Stern drive
Jet drives
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Jet drives are usually inboard engines that take in water that flows through a pump powered by an impeller impeller. PWCs are usually equipped with a jet drive unit. These propulsion systems do not have propellers, which are a potential danger to people in the water and to marine life. The water is then discharged at high pressure through a nozzle, propelling the boat forward.
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Most recreational boats in the United States use outboard engines and are less than twenty feet in length.
The following symptoms are related to which condition: slow pulse, confusion, drowsiness, lack of coordination?
Insomnia
Heat stroke
Hypothermia
Carbon monoxide poisoning
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These symptoms are related to hypothermia.
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These symptoms are related to hypothermia.
Which image demonstrates the best practices to have when a diving operation takes place from aboard a pleasure craft?
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The boat must display Flag A (blue and white). However, during diving operations you must install a diving flag in the water. It is Flag A, red and white. It marks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place. It is white, and is mounted by a red flag with a white diagonal stripe, extending from the tip of the hoist to the bottom of the fly.
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The boat must display Flag A (blue and white). However, during diving operations you must install a diving flag in the water. It is Flag A, red and white. It marks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place. It is white, and is mounted by a red flag with a white diagonal stripe, extending from the tip of the hoist to the bottom of the fly.
Isolated danger buoy
Port buoy
Bifurcation buoy
Starboard buoy
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This buoy is a starboard hand buoy. It must be kept on the right side of the pleasure craft when heading upstream.
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This buoy is a starboard hand buoy. It must be kept on the right side of the pleasure craft when heading upstream.
Which type of anchor has less holding power and should only be used on small, lighter weight boats?
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The correct answer is the mushroom anchor. A mushroom anchors do not have the holding power of a fluke or plow anchor and should only be used on small, lighter weight boats. A local marine supply store can help you select the proper anchor for your boat and for the waters in which you will be boating.
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The correct answer is the mushroom anchor. A mushroom anchors do not have the holding power of a fluke or plow anchor and should only be used on small, lighter weight boats. A local marine supply store can help you select the proper anchor for your boat and for the waters in which you will be boating.
Conditions of visibility and traffic density
The draft in relation to the available depth of water and the manoeuvrability of the vessel
Conditions of wind, sea and current, and the proximity of navigational hazards
All of the above
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All these answers are correct. Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that you can take proper and appropriate action to avoid collision, and be able to stop in a safe distance, and appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.
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All these answers are correct. Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that you can take proper and appropriate action to avoid collision, and be able to stop in a safe distance, and appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
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The right answer is class B type fire extinguisher.
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The right answer is class B type fire extinguisher.
What does this image represent?
An HIN (Hull Serial Number)
A proof of registration
A compliance notice
A validation decal
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The right answer is The HIN (Hull Serial Number).
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The right answer is The HIN (Hull Serial Number).
For navigation lights requirements, sailing vessels less than 7 meters may carry an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision.
TRUE
FALSE
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TRUE. Watertight flashlights may also qualify as navigation lights on kayak and canoe.
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TRUE. Watertight flashlights may also qualify as navigation lights on kayak and canoe.
Junction markers
Alignment markers
Daybeacons
Safe water markers
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When entering from seaward you may find two channels which separate and go in different directions. A junction marker uses its top color to show you the primary channel. This is represented by a Red and Green buoy. You use the top color and shape as if it were a stand alone marker if you want to follow the primary channel.
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When entering from seaward you may find two channels which separate and go in different directions. A junction marker uses its top color to show you the primary channel. This is represented by a Red and Green buoy. You use the top color and shape as if it were a stand alone marker if you want to follow the primary channel.
It is important to keep metal and/or electrical devices at a distance from the magnetic compass because it could display inaccurate information.
TRUE
FALSE
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TRUE. A magnetic compass will help the operator of a power-driven vessel to find directions.
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TRUE. A magnetic compass will help the operator of a power-driven vessel to find directions.
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning?
Carbone monoxide can build up when two vessels are tied to each other.
Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when you breathe too much carbon monoxide and it begins to replace the oxygen in your blood
It is important to run the engine at idle only in well ventilated areas in order to protect yourself and others from carbon monoxide poisoning
Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are: hot, red and dry skin, rapid pulse, rapid and shallow breathing.
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The first three statements are true. But the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are rather the followings: nausea, headache, mental confusion, dizziness or fainting, etc.. The symptoms can be mistaken for seasickness or the flu. If someone displays these symptoms, place them in fresh air immediately.
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The first three statements are true. But the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are rather the followings: nausea, headache, mental confusion, dizziness or fainting, etc.. The symptoms can be mistaken for seasickness or the flu. If someone displays these symptoms, place them in fresh air immediately.
What is the main purpose of a bucket on a pleasure craft?
Extinguish fires from combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil and grease
Extinguish fires from electrical equipment
To put the fish in
Extinguish A type fires
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The main purpose of the bucket is to extinguish type A fires which are combustible solids (wood, textile, paper, etc.).
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The main purpose of the bucket is to extinguish type A fires which are combustible solids (wood, textile, paper, etc.).
Which of the following does not represent a distress signal?
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The third image is not a distress signal. It is a diving buoy that marks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place.
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The third image is not a distress signal. It is a diving buoy that marks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place.
TRUE
FALSE
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FALSE. Most specific speed regulations are local ordinances or state laws. Many states have speed and distance regulations that determine how close you can operate to other vessels, the shoreline or docking area, and swimming areas. For example, some state regulations require that you maintain a no-wake speed when within 250 feet of shore or when within 100 feet of another vessel. Be sure to check with state and local authorities to determine what regulations apply to you.
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FALSE. Most specific speed regulations are local ordinances or state laws. Many states have speed and distance regulations that determine how close you can operate to other vessels, the shoreline or docking area, and swimming areas. For example, some state regulations require that you maintain a no-wake speed when within 250 feet of shore or when within 100 feet of another vessel. Be sure to check with state and local authorities to determine what regulations apply to you.
Which statement is incorrect regarding the registration number?
The registration number must be display on the back of your vessel.
It is a combination of letters and numbers normally beginning with the abbreviation of the State in which the boat is registered.
It must be painted or apply as a decal with block style letters and numbers of at least 3 inches in height.
The color used for the letters and numbers must contrast with the hull.
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The registration number is actually a combination of letters and numbers normally beginning with the abbreviation of the State in which the boat is registered. You must display your registration number on the forward part of your vessel well above the waterline. You must paint the numbers or apply them as a decal, where law enforcement officials can easily read them. Use BLOCK style letters and numbers of at least 3 inches in height. The color must contrast with the hull.
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The registration number is actually a combination of letters and numbers normally beginning with the abbreviation of the State in which the boat is registered. You must display your registration number on the forward part of your vessel well above the waterline. You must paint the numbers or apply them as a decal, where law enforcement officials can easily read them. Use BLOCK style letters and numbers of at least 3 inches in height. The color must contrast with the hull.
As a general rule, recreational boaters should put out 7 to 10 times the depth of the water plus the distance from the water to where the anchor will attach to the bow.
TRUE
FALSE
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TRUE. The amount of rode that you have out (scope) when at anchor depends on water depth and weather conditions. The deeper the water and the more severe the weather, the more rode you will put out.
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TRUE. The amount of rode that you have out (scope) when at anchor depends on water depth and weather conditions. The deeper the water and the more severe the weather, the more rode you will put out.
Which illustration represents a mooring buoy among the following?
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The mooring buoy is white with a blue horizontal band. It is usually placed in marinas and other areas where vessels are allowed to anchor. It's the only buoy you may legally tie up to.
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The mooring buoy is white with a blue horizontal band. It is usually placed in marinas and other areas where vessels are allowed to anchor. It's the only buoy you may legally tie up to.
It is forbidden to alter, deface or remove a HIN.
It is not mandatory to have a HIN on your boat.
The HIN must be permanently attached to the transom on the starboard side above the waterline.
The HIN is 12 digits long, beginning with the Manufacturer’s Identification Code.
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Boats built after 1972 must have a Hull Identification Number (HIN) permanently attached to the transom on the starboard side above the waterline.
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Boats built after 1972 must have a Hull Identification Number (HIN) permanently attached to the transom on the starboard side above the waterline.
Stern
Freeboard
Hull
Bow
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The front of the boat is called the bow. The aft is the stern.
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The front of the boat is called the bow. The aft is the stern.
Bowlight
Sternlight
One-way rear light
Masthead light
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The rear light is called the sternlight.
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The rear light is called the sternlight.
What is the purpose of this buoy?
To delimit a swimming area.
To warn of the presence of divers.
To locate a local hazard.
To anchor where the water is too deep for an anchor.
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The diving buoy marks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place. The diving buoy is white and has a red flag with a white diagonal stripe, extending from the tip of the hoist to the bottom of the fly.
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The diving buoymarks an area where scuba or other such diving activity is taking place. The diving buoy is white and has a red flag with a white diagonal stripe, extending from the tip of the hoist to the bottom of the fly.
What is this buoy called?
Information buoy
Cautionary buoy
Control buoy
Hazard buoy
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It's a control buoy. It marks an area where boating is restricted. It is white with an orange circle located between two horizontal bands of the same color. Type of control is indicated in the circle, such as slow, no wake, anchoring, etc.
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It's a control buoy. It marks an area where boating is restricted. It is white with an orange circle located between two horizontal bands of the same color. Type of control is indicated in the circle, such as slow, no wake, anchoring, etc.
When operating in a narrow channel, the navigation rules tell you to stay as much as possible in the middle of the channel.
TRUE
FALSE
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FALSE. When operating in a narrow channel, you must stay as far to the outer limit of the channel as practical on your starboard (right) side.
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FALSE. When operating in a narrow channel, you must stay as far to the outer limit of the channel as practical on your starboard (right) side.
Pyrotechnic red flares, hand-held or aerial
Pyrotechnic orange smoke, hand-held or floating
Launchers for aerial red meteors
Parachute flares
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It is the rocket parachute flare. It creates a simple red star that rises up to 300m and comes down slowly with a parachute. It is easily seen from the ground or air, and burns for at least 40 seconds.
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It is the rocket parachute flare. It creates a simple red star that rises up to 300m and comes down slowly with a parachute. It is easily seen from the ground or air, and burns for at least 40 seconds.
Which of the following vessels is not a human-powered pleasure craft?
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The last image is not a human-powered pleasure craft. It is considered as a power-driven vessel since it is propelled by machinery.
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The last image is not a human-powered pleasure craft. It is considered as a power-driven vessel since it is propelled by machinery.
Grapnel anchor
Plough anchor
Mushroom anchor
Danforth anchor
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It is the mushroom anchor. It is suitable where the seabed is composed of silt or fine sand. It is shaped like an inverted mushroom, the head becoming buried in the silt.
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It is the mushroom anchor. It is suitable where the seabed is composed of silt or fine sand. It is shaped like an inverted mushroom, the head becoming buried in the silt.
Which of the following vessels is a human-powered pleasure craft?
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In this scenario, the canoe is considered as a human-powered pleasure craft since the person is using an oar. If you install a motor on the canoe, it becomes a power-driven vessel.
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In this scenario, the canoe is considered as a human-powered pleasure craft since the person is using an oar. If you install a motor on the canoe, it becomes a power-driven vessel.
Port sidelight
Sternlight
Bowlight
Starboard sidelight
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The red forward light is called the port sidelight.
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The red forward light is called the port sidelight.
What type of boat uses a blue light as navigation light?
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A flashing blue light indicates a law enforcement vessel. Do not impede its operation.
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A flashing blue light indicates a law enforcement vessel. Do not impede its operation.
Which type of hull has a sharper entry into the water that provides for a smoother ride in rough water?
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The vee bottom has a sharper entry into the water that provides for a smoother ride in rough water. They do, however, require more power to achieve the same speed. Many runabouts use the vee-bottom design.
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The vee bottom has a sharper entry into the water that provides for a smoother ride in rough water. They do, however, require more power to achieve the same speed. Many runabouts use the vee-bottom design.
TRUE
FALSE
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Inflatable vests only count towards the PFD/life jacket requirements if they are worn. However, they are not approved for all activities (e.g. riding on a PWC or participating in towed watersports).
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Inflatable vests only count towards the PFD/life jacket requirements if they are worn. However, they are not approved for all activities (e.g. riding on a PWC or participating in towed watersports).
Inboard engines
Outboard engines
Stern drive
Jet drives
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Most recreational boats in the United States today use outboard engines and are less than twenty feet in length.
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Most recreational boats in the United States today use outboard engines and are less than twenty feet in length.
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