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NJ BOATING EXAM (LAT EST
UPDATE) VERIFIED ANSWERS BY
EXPERT
Question 1: How should a boat's registration number and
validation decal be displayed?
CORRECT ANSWER: on both sides of the bow
Question 2: What are the most important factors in
choosing a PFD?
CORRECT ANSWER: weight and chest size
Question 3: What information is on the capacity plate?
CORRECT ANSWER: number of people, max weight,
sometimes max horsepower
Question 4: What is the best way to find out about local
hazards?
CORRECT ANSWER: nautical chart
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Question 5: What is the minimum age to operate a PWC?
CORRECT ANSWER: 16 years old
Question 6: What type of PFD turns most people face up?
CORRECT ANSWER: off-shore PFD (type 1)
Question 7: Who is responsible for making sure
passengers know all safety information?
CORRECT ANSWER: the operator
Question 8: What is the best place to store a fire
extinguisher?
CORRECT ANSWER: in an easily accessible place
Question 9: When should a life jacket be discarded and
replaced?
CORRECT ANSWER: when it is torn
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Question 10: What effect does alcohol have on operating
a vessel?
CORRECT ANSWER: increases the likelihood of an
accident
Question 11: In federally controlled waters, what
equipment is required on an 18 foot boat?
CORRECT ANSWER: USCG approved visual distress
signal, PFD, throwable device
Question 12: What sound producing device is required on
an 18 ft boat in NJ waters?
CORRECT ANSWER: horn or whistle
Question 13: What factors provide warning of dangerous
weather?
CORRECT ANSWER: dark clouds and shifting winds
Question 14: What is part of a regular engine maintenance
program?
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CORRECT ANSWER: check the oil
Question 15: With respect to the wind or current, how
should you approach the dock?
CORRECT ANSWER: into the wind
Question 16: What should you do before fueling?
CORRECT ANSWER: stop the engine, close all
doors/windows/hatches
Question 17: Where should the trailer be located when
loading gear?
CORRECT ANSWER: well away from the dock
Question 18: How to avoid propeller strikes when
boarding?
CORRECT ANSWER: turn off engine
Question 19: What is a reason why boat operators would
be directed to shore?