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You are approaching another boat. Assume that according to the navigation rules, you are the stand-on boat. Which exception to the rules means you must give way? ✔✔The other boat has difficulty maneuvering.
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? ✔✔to avoid collisions
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout? ✔✔the operators of both boats
When can navigation rules be overlooked? ✔✔when necessary to avoid immediate danger
You are operating during a period of restricted visibility. What should you do? ✔✔Operate with caution and slow to "idle speed."
What should you check to decide if a speed is safe for your boat? ✔✔wind and water conditions
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed? ✔✔You can stop within an appropriate distance to avoid a collision.
Which of these anchors is a good choice for most recreational boats? ✔✔fluke-style
You are traveling upstream on a river at dusk. You see a buoy with the number 4 and a flashing red light. What should you do? ✔✔Keep the buoy on your starboard (right) side.
What color is a marker that indicates safe water on all sides? ✔✔white with red vertical stripes
You see a white marker with an orange circle and black lettering. What does this marker tell you? ✔✔controlled area
You see a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering. What does this marker tell you? ✔✔keep out
If an operator falls overboard, what can keep him or her from being the victim of a propeller strike? ✔✔an engine cut-off switch lanyard
Which PFD is designed to be thrown to someone in the water? ✔✔ring buoy
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? ✔✔Have everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times.
If you use pyrotechnic visual distress signals, how many unexpired VDSs must you carry on board your vessel? ✔✔ 3
When is a boat operator required to assist anyone injured in an accident? ✔✔If it is safe to do so
What must be displayed on both sides of the bow of a registered vessel? ✔✔registration number
Which statement about the non-tidal boat license is true? ✔✔A non-tidal boat license is required only if you are boating on waters where the tide does not change.
In New Jersey, when may passengers legally ride on the bow or gunwale? ✔✔Passengers are never allowed to ride on the bow or gunwale.
By operating a vessel on New Jersey waters, to which of the following have you consented? ✔✔Alcohol and/or drug test
Which safety practice is required for children under 12 years of age or younger on the open deck of any vessel that is underway? ✔✔They must wear a USCG-approved PFD.
Which action would be legal for PWC? ✔✔attaching the lanyard of an engine cut-off safety switch to the operator
You are towing a person on water skis with a PWC and have an observer on board. How many people must the PWC be designed to carry? ✔✔ 3
Which accident involving property damage requires the operator to file a full description of the accident with the New Jersey State Police, Marine Law Enforcement station in the area? ✔✔Total damage is in excess of $2,000.
What is one of the first symptoms of hypothermia? ✔✔Shivering
What should you do if a fire breaks out in the back of your boat? ✔✔Head the boat into the wind.
When should you discard a PFD? ✔✔when it has a torn strap
Which statement about PFDs is true? ✔✔Drownings are rare when boaters are wearing an appropriate PFD.
What should you do after your boat runs aground and you determine that there are no leaks? ✔✔Try to shove off with a paddle or boathook.
When does fog usually form in inlets and bays? ✔✔in the morning or evening when the temperature changes
You are caught in a storm in your boat. Your engine stops. What should you do? ✔✔Drop a sea anchor off the bow.
Your boat capsizes but remains floating upside down. What should you do? ✔✔Climb onto the bottom of the overturned boat.
A passenger on a small boat falls overboard. How should this person be pulled back onto the boat? ✔✔over the stern (rear) with the engine turned off
Which of these should be part of a pre-departure checklist? ✔✔making sure you have enough PFDs
What does a diver-down flag look like? ✔✔red flag with white diagonal stripe
What should anglers and hunters do when they are fishing or hunting from a boat? ✔✔Wear a PFD at all times.
Responsible boaters use cleaning products that won't harm lakes or rivers. Which product is a responsible choice for cleaning your boat? ✔✔non-phosphate detergent
How should you pass a fishing boat? ✔✔with minimum wake and well away from fishing lines
What should you do before letting someone else operate your PWC? ✔✔Explain how to steer and control the PWC.
