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what is one of the first symptoms of hypothermia? ✔✔shivering
What information is usually found on the capacity plate of a powerboat? ✔✔maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
You file a float plan for a weekend trip. Which of these should be included in the plan? ✔✔registration number, size, and make of your boat
At what point should you open all windows and hatches when fueling? ✔✔after fueling
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? ✔✔checking the oil level before every outing
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? ✔✔The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat? ✔✔shift into reverse gear
What color is a boat's sternlight? ✔✔white
A motorboat is crossing paths with a PWC. What action should be taken? ✔✔The vessel on the port (left) should give way.
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and speed? ✔✔the stand-on vessel
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? ✔✔to avoid collisions
How does a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? ✔✔by watching and listening
Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for avoiding a collision? ✔✔the operators of both boats
A PWC capsizes. What is the best way to roll the PWC to turn it upright? ✔✔Roll the PWC according to the decal on the craft.
What is the most important thing to remember about steering a PWC? ✔✔You lose all steering control when the engine is idling or shut off.
Which part of a PWC is dangerous to your hands, feet, and hair? ✔✔pump intake area
Which of these is most likely to create a boating hazard around river bridges? ✔✔debris collecting around pilings
All fire extinguishers are labeled with a letter and a number. What does the number indicate? ✔✔the relative size of the extinguisher
Which of these actions is a homeland security violation? ✔✔approaching within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel
Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat? ✔✔in an open bin near the passenger seats
What is the main advantage of a Type IV PFD? ✔✔It is designed to be thrown to someone in trouble.
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 should boaters do when operating a vessel on different waterways? ✔✔Avoid spreading non-native species to another area.
What amount of alcohol consumed while boating is equivalent to the amount of alcohol required to make a person legally intoxicated on land? ✔✔one-third
You are caught in a severe storm in your boat. What should you do? ✔✔Seat passengers on the floor close to the centerline.
It is a good idea for all boaters to use a pre-departure checklist. Why? ✔✔to ensure safety
What safety precaution should you take when hunting from a boat? ✔✔Always remain seated while shooting.
What should you do if you encounter a fishing boat while out in your vessel? ✔✔Avoid making a large wake.
What should you do before letting someone else operate your PWC? ✔✔Explain how to steer and control the PWC.
Who is responsible for reviewing a pre-departure checklist before a boat outing? ✔✔boat operator
What is a leading cause of death for paddlers in small crafts, such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts? ✔✔capsizing
Two people are on a boat towing a skier. One person is the operator. What is the role of the second person? ✔✔Watch the skier.
Your boat capsizes but remains floating upside down. What should you do? ✔✔Climb onto the bottom of the overturned boat.
A passenger on your boat falls overboard. What should you do FIRST? ✔✔Reduce speed, and throw the victim a PFD.
When must the Certificate of Number be carried on board a vessel? ✔✔when the vessel is being operated
Who must complete an approved boating safety course to operate a vessel legally on Missouri lakes? ✔✔people who were born on or after January 1, 1984
You are in a boating accident, and someone is injured. How quickly must you file an accident report? ✔✔within 48 hours
You are planning to go boating in cold water conditions. How should you equip your boat in order to be prepared for cold water immersion? ✔✔have plenty of thick blankets that are easily accessible
What is the important safety information found on a boat's capacity plate? ✔✔maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
What should you leave with a friend or relative before a long outing on the water? ✔✔float plan
At what point should you open all windows and hatches when fueling? ✔✔after fueling
What is the best way to clean the hull of your vessel to protect the environment? ✔✔Use plain water or non-phosphate detergent.
What is the problem with using your boat's engine to drive it onto a trailer? ✔✔The propeller's wash can create a large hole just beyond the ramp.
How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is pushing you away from the dock? ✔✔Approach at a sharp angle (about 40 degrees). Secure the bow line first.
A sailboat is operating under sail at night. Which of these lights should be used? ✔✔white sternlight
What should a sailboat operator do when approaching a PWC head-on? ✔✔Maintain present course and speed.
Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and speed? ✔✔the stand-on vessel
What is your primary responsibility when other boats are in your area? ✔✔to keep a proper lookout and avoid a collision
What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout? ✔✔Watch for navigational hazards.
A skier signals that he or she is ready to go. When should the boat operator take off in a straight line? ✔✔when there is no traffic ahead
Your boat capsizes but remains afloat. What should you do? ✔✔Hang onto the boat or climb onto it.
A passenger on your boat falls overboard. What should you do while this person is being pulled back into the boat? ✔✔Stop the engine.
What must be displayed on both sides of the bow of a registered vessel? ✔✔registration number
Under which conditions may a person under 14 years of age operate a vessel legally? ✔✔The operator is under the direct, onboard supervision of a person 16 years of age or older.
What crime is a person guilty of if convicted for the first time of operating a vessel while intoxicated? ✔✔class b misdemeanor
Your vessel is 16 feet in length or longer. In addition to one PFD for each person on board, what equipment must be on board? ✔✔USCG-approved throwable device
On Missouri state waters, which vessels are required to carry a whistle or horn but not a bell? ✔✔vessels 16 to 40 feet in length
Which best describes a skier-down flag? ✔✔a red or orange flag, at least 12 inches x 12 inches
Which action is legal for PWC? ✔✔attaching the lanyard of an engine cut-off switch to the operator's PFD
When towing a skier behind a motorboat on a Missouri lake between 11:00 a.m. and sunset, what must be on board? ✔✔a skier-down flag
You are planning to go boating in cold water conditions. How should you equip your boat in order to be prepared for cold water immersion? ✔✔have a ladder or sling in position so that you can re-enter the boat if you fall overboard
