BOAT ED TEMPORARY BOATERS TEST
ANSWERS FLORIDA RENTERS
TEMPORARY TEST ANSWERS
What is the risk when a PWC passes too closely behind another boat? - ANS-The other
boat may create a blind spot for the PWC operator
Vessel operators involved in a reportable boating accident must report the accident by
the quickest means possible to: - ANS-all the above
A boat's capacity plate gives the maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can
carry safely in certain weather conditions. What are the conditions? - ANS-good
weather
When you see a red flag or body with a white diagonal stripe ( divers down symbol), you
must: - ANS-both A and C
Any person born on or after January 1,1988, who operates a vessel with a motor of 10
horsepower or greater must have the following: - ANS-proof of approved boater safety
education
What is the purpose of a lanyard attached to an engine cut off switch? - ANS-to shut off
the engine if the operator falls overboard
our boat capsizes but remains afloat , what should you do ? - ANS-hang onto to the
boat or climb
When boating in shallow areas or seagrass beds, you see a mud trail in your wake
where your boat has churned up the bottom, if you see this trail you should: - ANS-stop
your vessel and pole or walk it out the area
What three ingredients ignite a fire? - ANS-heat,oxygen,fire
You are traveling upstream on a river. You see a red triangular daymark, why should
you do? - ANS-keep the marker on your starboard (right side)
Which symbol on a regulatory marker is used to mark a swimming area? - ANS-range
crossed diamond
A powerboat is operating at night. Which of these lights must be shown ? - ANS-white
masthead light
