Alabama Boaters Boat Handling & Operating Skills 3

Question 1

What is the safest way to turn a boat around in a narrow channel?

Accepted Answer

Use a three-point turn with alternating forward and reverse

Answer

A three-point turn using alternating forward and reverse allows you to safely reverse direction in a confined space.

Question 2

When operating in reverse, what happens to the steering response on most outboard-powered boats?

Accepted Answer

Steering response is reduced and the stern may swing unpredictably

Answer

Most outboard and stern-drive boats handle poorly in reverse, with reduced steering response and unpredictable stern movement.

Question 3

What is the recommended safe speed when operating in heavy fog?

Accepted Answer

A speed that allows you to stop within your visible distance ahead

Answer

In restricted visibility you must travel at a speed slow enough to stop within the distance you can actually see ahead.

Question 4

When two power-driven vessels meet head-on, both vessels should:

Accepted Answer

Both alter course to starboard so each passes on the port side of the other

Answer

In a head-on situation, both vessels alter course to starboard, passing each other port-to-port.

Question 5

What is 'prop walk' and how does it affect maneuvering at low speeds?

Accepted Answer

The sideways force a propeller creates that pushes the stern to one side in reverse

Answer

Prop walk is the sideways thrust created by propeller rotation that pushes the stern port or starboard, especially noticeable in reverse at low speeds.

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Alabama Boaters Boat Handling & Operating Skills 3