Boating Test Part 2 – Flashcards
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How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?
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Number must be painted, applied as a decal or otherwise affixed to both sides of the bow, placed where it can easily be read.
Number must be left to right on both sides of the bow.
Number must be at least three inch high BLOCK letters.
Number's color must contrast with its background
Letters must be separated from the numbers by a space or hyphen
No other numbers should be displayed on either side of the bow.
Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel. They should be placed 6 inches before or after, and in line with, the registration number.
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According to Alabama law, what operators are required to have completed an approved boating course in order to operate a PWC? (age? )
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12 years of age
14 years of age
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Which of the following is an example of careless operation?
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Operating a vessel not equipped with the required safety equipment.
Failure to maintain a proper lookout for other vessels or persons in the water.
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Identify illegal operation of a vessel violations mentioned on page 27.
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Careless Operation
Failure to Regulate Speed
Overloading or Overpowering
Riding on bow, deck, or gunwale
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Identify facts on operating a boat while intoxicated as mentioned on page 28.
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Has concentration of 0.08% of alcohol in his or her system.
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When should a PVD be discarded or replaced?
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When it is torn
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What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?
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Wearing a life jacket.
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Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious person face up in the water?
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Type 1
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What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?
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It must fit.
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According to Alabama law, children of what age are required to wear a properly secured PFD while on a vessel (unless the child is in a cabin)?
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Under 8 yrs old
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Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?
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Close to the driver
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When boating on federally controlled waters in a 18 foot boat, what equipment are you legally required to have on board?
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Visible distress signals
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In Alabama, how far must a vessel stay from a divers down flag?
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At least 100 ft.
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What is the main function of an ignition safety switch?
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Lanyard.
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Identify the legal operation of a PWC advice that is listed on page 35.
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Weave you're pwc through waterway traffic
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In Alabama, what are the recommended hours for personal watercraft operation?
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Daylight hours only
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According to Alabama law, during what hours is it legal to tow a person behind a boat on water skis or other devices?
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1 hour before the sunrise and 1 hour after sunset.
