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Nj Boat Test Questions and Answers 100% Correct(RATED A+)
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: Information on the capacity plate
CORRECT ANSWER : number of people, max weight,
sometimes max horsepower
Question 4: Best way to find out about local hazards
CORRECT ANSWER : nautical chart
Question 5: Minimum age to operate a PWC
CORRECT ANSWER : 16 years old
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Question 6: Type of PFD that 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: 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
Question 10: What effect does alcohol have on operating
a vessel?
CORRECT ANSWER : increases the likelihood of an
accident
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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: sound producing device 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: part of a regular engine maintenance
program
CORRECT ANSWER : check the oil
Question 15: With respect to the wind or current, how
should you approach the dock?
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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?
CORRECT ANSWER : not enough PFDs on board
Question 20: What is the best way of minimizing the risk
of drowning?
