Boating Certification Test Vessel Operation & Control 2

Question 1

When operating in a narrow channel, where should you keep your vessel?

Accepted Answer

As far to the starboard (right) side as is safe and practical

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In the center of the channel

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On the port (left) side of the channel

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Anywhere that avoids other traffic

Question 2

What does a vessel's 'draft' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The distance from the waterline to the bottom of the keel

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The speed of the vessel through water

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The width of the vessel at its widest point

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The amount of fuel the vessel carries

Question 3

You are approaching a bridge with a fixed vertical clearance of 20 feet. Your boat's mast is 18 feet tall. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Proceed at slow speed and your vessel will fit

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Do not proceed — the clearance is insufficient

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Radio the bridge operator for permission to pass

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Lower your speed to reduce your height in the water

Question 4

What is the safest way to fuel a gasoline-powered boat?

Accepted Answer

Fuel with all hatches open and run blower for at least 4 minutes after fueling before starting

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Fuel at the dock with the engine running to save time

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Fuel only while underway to prevent dock fires

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Fuel in enclosed spaces to protect from wind igniting vapors

Question 5

When docking in a current flowing parallel to the dock, which direction should you approach?

Accepted Answer

Against the current, so it slows you and gives steering control

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With the current, so it helps push you into the dock

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At a 90-degree angle regardless of current

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Current direction does not affect docking approach

Question 6

What is the purpose of a vessel's trim tabs?

Accepted Answer

To adjust the running attitude (bow up or bow down) for better performance

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To steer the vessel left or right

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To signal other vessels of your intentions

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To reduce engine RPM at high speeds

Question 7

When anchoring, what is the minimum scope (anchor line length to water depth) recommended in calm conditions?

Accepted Answer

5:1 to 7:1

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1:1

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3:1

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10:1