When a vessel is towing a skier, what are the legal requirements for observing that skier?
A capable observer must be on board and report the skier's progress to the operator.
A capable observer must watch from shore or
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When a vessel is towing a skier, what are the legal requirements for observing that skier?
A capable observer must be on board and report the skier's progress to the operator.
A capable observer must watch from shore or a nearby vessel.
A capable observer must be on board only if the skier is not wearing a life jacket.
A capable observer must be on board only if the operator and/or skier are under the age of 18. - Answer>>> A capable observer must be on board and report the skier's progress to the operator.
You are operating a powerboat at night. You see red and white lights on another boat. What do these lights tell you?
A power-driven vessel is approaching head-on, but you have the right of way.
A sailing vessel is crossing your path, and you must swerve to avoid it.
You must give way to the other vessel.
You are the stand-on vessel. - Answer>>> You must give way to the other vessel.
You are out on the water in foggy conditions. You hear one prolonged blast every two minutes. What does this sound signal mean?
I am a power-driven vessel at anchor.
I am a power-driven vessel underway.
I am an inflatable raft at anchor.
I am an inflatable raft adrift in the water. - Answer>>> I am a power-driven vessel underway.
What safety precaution should you take when hunting from a boat?
Always remain seated while shooting.
Have your dog stand on the bow for faster retrieval.
Lower the anchor slowly from the side of the boat.
Wear two layers of warm clothing over your PFD. - Answer>>> Always remain seated while shooting.
Which action shows responsibility toward the aquatic environment?
tossing used fishing line in the water
tossing plastic six-pack holders in the water
operating a powerboat in shallow water
using phosphate-free products to clean a boat - Answer>>> using phosphate-free products to clean a boat
What is the likelihood of drowning for paddlers in small boats (such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts)? (Compare paddlers to other boaters.)
Paddlers never drown.
Paddlers are less than half as likely to drown.
Paddlers are more than twice as likely to drown.
Paddlers are 22 times more likely to drown. - Answer>>> Paddlers are more than twice as likely to drown.
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