Boating Certification Test Required Safety Equipment Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are operating a 22-foot boat with an inboard gasoline engine. Which of the following is the minimum required fire extinguisher you must have on board?

Accepted Answer

One 5-B rated extinguisher if no fixed system is installed.

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Two 5-B rated extinguishers regardless of a fixed system.

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No extinguisher is required if the engine compartment is well-ventilated.

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One B-II rated extinguisher.

Question 2

A 19-foot recreational boat is operating on coastal waters at night. In addition to one wearable PFD per person, what other specific safety equipment is required by the U.S. Coast Guard?

Accepted Answer

Visual distress signals approved for night use.

Answer

One throwable (Type IV) PFD.

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An emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB).

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A second anchor with at least 100 feet of line.

Question 3

Which of the following Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) is designed to be thrown to a person in the water rather than worn?

Accepted Answer

Type IV PFD

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Type I PFD

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Type II PFD

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Type V PFD

Question 4

You are on a 45-foot boat and need to signal your intention or position during a period of reduced visibility. What sound-producing devices are you required to have on board?

Accepted Answer

A whistle or horn and a bell.

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A whistle or horn only.

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A bell only.

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Any device that can make a loud noise.

Question 5

When selecting a wearable PFD (Personal Flotation Device) for a passenger, what is the most critical factor to ensure its effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

The passenger's chest size and body weight.

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The color of the PFD.

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The PFD's cost and brand.

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The number of pockets and attachments.

Question 6

Which of the following is a U.S. Coast Guard approved combination of visual distress signals (VDS) that satisfies the requirements for both day and night use on a recreational vessel?

Accepted Answer

Three hand-held red flares.

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One orange distress flag and one electric distress light.

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Three hand-held orange smoke signals.

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One whistle and a mirror.