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List 4 items that, when you are packing for your charter should be packed in carry-on luggage rather than checked baggage - correct answer ✔✔passport, credit card, charter documents, trip plan Most cruising boats have at least two bilge pumps. The _____ pump is powered by the battery (activated when the float switch senses water in the bilge), and the _____ pump is operated by hand, - correct answer ✔✔automatic manual After first determining that the docks freshwater supply is _____, fill a cruising sailboats freshwater tank through the _____ _____. - correct answer ✔✔safe deck plate A freshwater pump cycling on and off when no one is using water indicates an open ---- or a --- in the plumbing - correct answer ✔✔faucet leak When you have finished using the propane stove, first turn of the ---- --- and let the gas in the line burn off before you turn off the burner - correct answer ✔✔solenoid switch To flush the marine head, first pump in some water, then pump sufficiently to ensure the waste reaches the _____ _____. - correct answer ✔✔holding tank To pump out a marine holding tank, first unscrew the _____ _____ _____, then hold the _____ _____ firmly in the waste outlet. - correct answer ✔✔marine deck plate, pumpout nozzel When a boat is not connected to shorepower, the battery bank is recharged most effectively by the engine's _____ with the engine running at _____ rpm or higher. - correct answer ✔✔alternator 1500 An inverter converts _____ electricity from the battery banks to _____ electricity allowing you to use the low-wattage AC appliances when the boat is not on shorepower. - correct answer ✔✔DC AC
An emergency tiller fits into the top of the ______ ______ and can be used to steer the boat if the steering cables fail. - correct answer ✔✔rudder stock Diesel engine cooling is achieved by means of two systems. Anti-freeze is used in the pressurized --- system, and coolant flow is regulated by a ---- - correct answer ✔✔internal thermostat The engine-driven --- --- pump circulates seawater in the engine's raw water cooling system. The pump's --- is an important spare part to have on board. - correct answer ✔✔raw water, impeller List 4 factors that affect a sailing vessel's range under power - correct answer ✔✔fuel tank, weight of vessel, weather, current, engine rpm List 4 repair items and spares that should be carried in addition to the boat's basic tool kit - correct answer ✔✔coter pins, spare strainer, spare impeller, wood putty, duck tape, zip ties, spare lines The ---- style mainsail is hoisted with a halyard, where an in-mast furling mainsail is deployed using the --- - correct answer ✔✔classic/traditional, outhaul When setting a roller furling jib, it is important to control the rate at which the sail deploys by taking a turn of the __________ line around a winch to prevent overrides from occurring in the furling __________. - correct answer ✔✔jib drum Overpowered sails create excessive _____ to which a boat responds by turning into the wind. This response is known as _____ _____. - correct answer ✔✔heeling, weather helm To maintain a straight course with excessive weather helm, it is necessary to hold the _____ at a large angle, which causes drag and slows the boat. - correct answer ✔✔rudder When sailing to windward, maintain control in gusts by _____ (heading up until the gust pasts) or ease the _____ using the sheet or traveler. - correct answer ✔✔luffing, mainsail When sailing on a broad reach in gusts, steer farther downwind to reduce the ______ wind speed. - correct answer ✔✔apparent
The flow of water generated by the propeller is called - correct answer ✔✔prop wash The tendency for the stern of the boat with a right-handed prop to move to --- when reverse gear is engaged is called --- - correct answer ✔✔port, prop walk To make a 180-degree turn in a limited space you must perform a __________ __________. On a boat with a right-handed prop, this entails turning to starboard with alternate bursts of __________ and __________ power. - correct answer ✔✔standing turn. forward and reverse When you encounter adverse wind conditions during docking or undocking, the use of --- lines as well as the engine and the ---- will help you control the boat - correct answer ✔✔spring rudder The greater the tidal range, the longer the docklines must be to allow the boat to __________ and __________ with the tide. - correct answer ✔✔rise and fall List 3 indications that your anchor may be dragging - correct answer ✔✔rode vibration, change in distance to neighbor boats, change in range with stationary objects Two anchors set from the bow 45 to 60 degrees apart is called a _____ _____. This method maximizes holding power and reduces _____. - correct answer ✔✔forked moor, swing When approaching a mooring buoy, preparation and ---- between skipper and ---- are essential for a perfect pick up - correct answer ✔✔communication, crew The VHF radio is the primary means for making urgent communications. The three levels of urgent calls are --- --- for life threatening situations, --- --- for non-life threatening situations and --- for navigation and weather - correct answer ✔✔May Day, Pan Pan, securite The International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea published under the title, "---" establish actions to prevent collisions. Nevertheless, Rule 2 states that ---- is responsible to avoid collision - correct answer ✔✔Navigation Rules, everyone
At night, a sailboat under sail may show a masthead __________ light alone. If under power, a boat must show a white __________ light above deck-level sidelights. - correct answer ✔✔tri-color, running Before towing a dinghy, remove loose gear and tilt or remove the __________. When towing, use a __________ towline, attach the dinghy securely to the sailboat, and tow it at a __________ behind the boat appropriate for the conditions. - correct answer ✔✔outboard motor, sturdy, reasonable When arriving in a foreign country, you must fly the --- flag just below your starboard spreader. After clearing --- and ---, you must lower it and fly the nation's courtesy flag in its place - correct answer ✔✔Q, customs and immigration A large scale chart shows a small geographic area in ---- detail. A small scale chart show a large area in ---- detail - correct answer ✔✔great little To measure the distance between two points on a nautical chart, span your dividers between the two points, then measure on the ---- 1 minute = 1 --- - correct answer ✔✔latitude nautical mile If the distance between waypoints A and B on your course is 18 nm and your speed is 5 knots, your estimated time enroute is ----- hours. If you depart at 845, your ETA at B will be --- - correct answer ✔✔18/5 = 3 3/5 or 3 hours and 36 minutes 1221 Your direction of intended travel is called the _____, but the path that the boat actually follows is the _____. A properly calculated and steered _____ will allow your course and track to be the same. - correct answer ✔✔course, track, heading The direction you intend to travel is called - correct answer ✔✔course The path the boat follows is called - correct answer ✔✔track When course and track are the same it is called - correct answer ✔✔heading
Synoptic-scale describes weather patterns over a large area, but local winds may be strongly influenced by local factors such as - correct answer ✔✔geography An onshore breeze, driven by differential heating of land and sea, that may enhance or diminish the synoptic wind is called a _____ _____. - correct answer ✔✔sea breeze List 3 measures to prevent seasickness - correct answer ✔✔rest hydration medication symptoms of seasickness can be improved by taking the helm and scanning - correct answer ✔✔horizon Contents of a marine first-aid kit depend upon the number of _____ and the distance from _____ assistance. - correct answer ✔✔crew medical While a hypothermic crewmember should be treated by _____ warming, a patient with heat exhaustion needs rapid _____ and hydration. - correct answer ✔✔slowly cooling Distress signals are used to attract --- when you need assistance. In coastal waters, the best way to communicate with rescue authorities is with your ---- You can pinpoint your position visually for rescuers by using --- - correct answer ✔✔attention VHF flairs Should you be involved in a boating accident, you are required to make a formal report to the USCG if the injuries are beyond _____ _____ or damages exceed _____. - correct answer ✔✔first aid $ Rendering assistance to another _____ at sea is required by law. However, assistance should never exceed your level of capability and _____. - correct answer ✔✔individual training Your choice of MOB maneuver depends on the boat's point of _____, the wind and _____ conditions, and the skill and experience of those on board. - correct answer ✔✔sail sea The final approach for a Man Overboard recovery should be on a --- --- to control boat speed and to stop ---- of the MOB - correct answer ✔✔close reach Windward
If your propeller becomes fouled while motoring, your first action should be to shift to --- gear. If the line is tightly wrapped, turning the --- --- from inside the boat may free the line - correct answer ✔✔neutral drive shaft If the diesel engine runs at irregular rpm, falters, and stops, the problem is due to an interruption in the ---- supply, probably due to a clogged primary fuel --- - correct answer ✔✔fuel filter Lack of cooling water will result in the engine _________. Stop the engine immediately and check for debris or obstruction in the __________ - __________ __________. - correct answer ✔✔over heating raw water strainer In the event of a steering failure, determine if you can steer with the autopilot. If you can't, fit the emergency __________ into the top of the rudder stock. - correct answer ✔✔tiller Upon grounding under sail, your first action should be to _____ the sails. If grounding under power, immediately shift into _____ gear. - correct answer ✔✔de-power neutral List 3 common sources of onboard fires - correct answer ✔✔cooking fuel, motor fuel, faulty wiring Upon discovering water in the cabin, your first response should be to ensure the --- are working, and then to --- the water to establish if the leak is fresh water or seawater - correct answer ✔✔bilge pump taste Duty rotation is not only a great way to share the load, but also provides those new to cruising with _____ and _____. - correct answer ✔✔training and experience When bringing provisions on board, leave the cardboard boxes / plastic bags (circle one) behind as they might contain insects and their eggs. - correct answer ✔✔cardboard Conserve the cold air in the fridge with tactical food stowage: plan meals so you eat the most --- items first, and ---- rummaging by packing meal items together - correct answer ✔✔perishable avoid
