Boat Idaho Test

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How should a vessel's registration number and validation sticker be displayed?

on both sides of the stern of the boat

on only the starboard side of the boat

on both sides of the bow of the boat

on only the port side of the boat

What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?

total number of passengers on board

color of the PFD

passenger’s body weight and chest size

passenger’s age and gender

What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate?

minimum number of PFDs required to be on board

minimum number of seats for the operator and passengers

maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely

maximum capacity of the fuel tanks

What is true about fluctuating water levels?

They can cause special hazards for boaters.

They are caused only by tides or flooding rivers.

They are not a concern for boaters.

They always occur gradually.

According to Idaho law, which operators may legally be required to pass a boating safety course?

anyone under 13 years of age

anyone operating a PWC

anyone convicted of operating under the influence

anyone who operates on Idaho’s waterway

Which statement regarding PFDs is true?

At least one wearable PFD is required for each person on board.

Throwable devices are required for all vessels with children on board.

PFDs are designed so that one size fits everyone.

PFDs are not required for passengers on PWC.

Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who is responsible for ensuring this?

the vessel operator

the dock attendant

the most experienced passenger

an adult at least 18 years of age

Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?

in the engine compartment

in a locked storage compartment

mounted in an accessible location

mounted in the bilge

When should a PFD be discarded and replaced?

when it fits snugly

when it is slightly torn

after it has been used 20 times

after someone borrows it

What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel?

makes it easier to pay attention

helps you perform multiple tasks

helps you avoid dehydration

increases the likelihood of accidents

When boating on federally controlled waters in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally required to have on board?

blue-and-white International Code Flag A (or Alfa flag)

U.S. Coast Guard-approved visual distress signals (VDSs)

Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)

compass and map

You are operating a recreational vessel less than 39.4 feet long on federally controlled waters. Which of the following would be an efficient sound signal?

human yelling for help

human using a horn

human singing

human whistling

Which of these provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching?

clear, sunny skies and no wind

drop in wind speed and calm water

white clouds and gentle waves

dark clouds and shifting winds

What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?

storing the vessel in the sun to keep it dry

checking the oil level before every outing

cleaning the hull with a phosphate detergent

using coarse sandpaper on aluminum hulls

How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel?

into the wind or current, whichever is stronger

with the wind or current, whichever is stronger

at regular operating speed without slowing down

between other vessels in heavy traffic

What should you do before fueling your boat?

Turn off the engine, and open all windows, ports, doors, and other openings.

Turn off the engine, and close all windows, ports, doors, and other openings.

Turn on the engine, and open all windows, ports, doors, and other openings.

Turn on the engine, and close all windows, ports, doors, and other openings.

Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel?

on your driveway at home

in front of a vessel being launched

in the water at the boat ramp

well away from the boat ramp

How can propeller strike accidents be avoided?

Turn on the engine when passengers are boarding.

Let passengers ride on the bow while underway.

Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding.

Have children watch out for each other.

According to Idaho law, which of the following is legal operation of a vessel?

weaving through congested waterway traffic

loading the vessel beyond the recommended capacity

chasing wildlife with your vessel

staying out of a marked swimming area

What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?

Have everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times.

Put on your PFD after you are in the water.

Allow on board only those persons who pass a swim test.

Make sure you have a lifeguard on board your vessel.

Which of these should you leave with a friend or relative before taking an extended outing on the water?

operator’s license

insurance policy

vessel registration certificate

float plan for your trip

What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing?

how far the vessel can go without running out of fuel

where to find the PFDs and fire extinguishers

what time they should expect to return to dock

what food and drink are on board the vessel

What is the main function of an engine cut-off switch?

to shut off the engine if the operator is thrown overboard

to shut off the engine when the PWC or boat is beached

to prevent operation by unauthorized persons

to prevent theft when the PWC or boat is left unattended

In Idaho, how far must a vessel operating at more than "no wake speed" stay from a person in the water unless that person is the vessel's skier?

200 feet

150 feet

100 feet

50 feet

How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land?

about the same effect whether on land or out boating

much greater effect while boating

much greater effect when on land

slightly greater effect when on land

Which is true about operating a boat in Idaho while intoxicated?

Drinking alcohol is not considered to be dangerous.

Operating while under the influence does not carry penalties for a first offense.

By operating a vessel on Idaho waters, a boater has consented to alcohol testing if requested by a peace officer.

A boater paddling a canoe is less likely to be affected as much as someone operating a motorboat .

When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?

the operators of both vessels

the operator of the stand-on vessel

the operator of the give-way vessel

the operator of the smaller vessel

How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?

No other vessels are passing you.

You are not overtaking any other vessels.

You are going slower than vessels towing skiers.

You have enough time to avoid a collision.

What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers?

to show the outer boundaries of federally controlled waterways

to provide traffic control devices for commercial vessels

to mark the edges of safe water areas

to provide convenient mooring locations

According to Idaho boating law, which of these is considered legal operation?

operating at a speed that causes damage produced by the vessel’s wake

operating within a restricted area marked by buoys or other markers

operating at 10 miles per hour while within 100 feet of a swimmer who is not water-skiing

operating at 5 miles per hour while within 100 feet of a dock

When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power-driven vessel?

when the sailboat is crossing ahead from the starboard (right) side

when the sailboat is crossing ahead from the port (left) side

when the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven vessel

when the two vessels are moving in opposite directions

What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency?

Throw a passenger overboard unexpectedly.

Explain what to do as an actual emergency occurs.

Have everyone take a written exam until they pass.

Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers.

According to Idaho law, who muse be on board in addition to the operator, if the vessel is towing a skier?

a competent person continuously observing the person being towed

a competent person continuously watching for other boats or obstacles in the area

an adult at least 18 years of age

an adult at least 24 years of age

What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering?

exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam

controlled area, such as a no-wake zone

information, such as places to find food

danger or hazard, such as rocks

Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous?

lt is flammable and ignites easily.

It creates a cloud thac blocks your view of other vessels.

It causes corrosion on electrical connections that can cause sparks.

It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and can be fatal.

A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance from the U.S. Naval vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed?

200 yards

300 yards

400 yards

500 yards

What must an owner do before allowing others to operate his or her vessel?

Check the weather forecast for the day.

Have them read the owner’s manual and pass a test.

Make sure they know how to operate it safely

Make sure they have a valid driver’s license.

What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard?

Stand up when changing seats.

Move around while underway.

Keep two points of contact if you move.

Keep centered in the boat.

What should a motorboat operator do when someone is being pulled into the boat from the water?

Put the engine in forward gear at the slowest speed.

Put the engine in reverse gear at the slowest speed.

Keep the engine idling in neutral.

Turn off the engine.

According to Idaho law, which condition requires char you report a boating accident to che sheriff of the county where the accident took place?

to provide assistance

to keep out of the way

to write an incident report

to wait for rescue personnel

What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident?

Your boat breaks down and requires on-the-water repairs.

You witness a boating accident from shore.

Your boat is stopped, and you are arrested for boating under the influence.

Damage to your boat or other property is more than $1,500 as the result of a boating accident.

Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia?

after being in the wind for a long time

when deprived of liquid

when exposed to cold air

when immersed in cold water

What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire?

Turn the stern of your boat into the wind.

Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put out the fire with an extinguisher.

Abandon the boat, and swim to shore.

Turn on the ventilation system to remove gasoline vapors from the bilge.

If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?

Stop the engine, and lift the outdrive.

Put the boat in reverse, and gun the engine.

Put the boat in forward, and gun the engine.

Keep the engine running, and drop the anchor.

Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?

running at maximum throttle

letting off the throttle control

over-steering

under-steering

Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?

running at maximum throttle

letting off the throttle control

over-steering

under-steering

According to Idaho law, who may not operate a PWC unless they have taken a safety education course?

anyone borrowing a PWC from a friend

anyone renting a PWC

anyone under 16 years of age

anyone under 13 years of age

According to Idaho law, during what hours is it legal to tow a person behind a boat on water skis or other device?

no restrictions

between sunrise and sunset

between one-half hour before sunrise and one-half hour after sunset

between one hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset

What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout?

Listen to your vessel’s engine.

Listen to the passengers talking.

Watch for navigational hazards.

Watch for good fishing locations.

Which of the following is legal operation of a PWC in Idaho?

wearing a PFD while riding on or being towed behind the PWC

attaching the lanyard on the engine cut-off switch to the passenger’s wrist

operating in fog when the PWC is not equipped with navigation lights

operating as the stand-on vessel when meeting a powerboat rowing a skier

In Idaho, what restrictions are placed on the operation of a PWC?

A PWC may not be operated when another PWC operator is on the water.

A PWC may not be operated between sunset and sunrise.

There are no time restrictions when on rivers and lakes .

There are no time restrictions if the PWC has the proper navigation lights.

Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout?

to locate fuel

to appreciate nature

to avoid collisions

to stay on course

What should paddlers do to protect against capsizing their canoe or kayak?

Keep a low center of gravity and three points of contact.

Stand up in the craft while getting ready to dock.

Lean one shoulder over the side while paddling.

Move to the side of the craft closest to the shoreline.

What should anglers and hunters do when they are fishing or hunting from a boat?

Anchor in the middle of the waterway.

Wear a PFD at all times.

Keep clothing to a minimum

Take along extra food and gear.

What age children must wear an approved PFD when on board any vessel underway that is 19 feet or less in length?

17 years of age or younger

14 years of age or younger

11 years of age or older

8 years of age or older

What determines if a speed is safe for your boat?

type of engine

shoreline conditions

visibility conditions

amount of fuel available

What should the operators of a PWC and a motorboat do when approaching head-on?

Both vessels should rum to starboard (right).

Both should maintain course and swerve to port (left) at the last moment

The motorboat should turn to starboard (right), and the PWC should turn to port (left).

The motorboat should turn to port (left), and the PWC should turn to starboard (right).

When must navigation lights be displayed?

at night when there is a risk of collision

only while adrift at night

from sunset to suncise and when visibility is restricted

only when you are anchored or in fog

What could happen if you anchor a boat from the stern?

The anchor line may get tangled.

It may cause the boat to swamp.

The anchor can’t hold firmly.

The anchor is difficult to retrieve.

Visibility is restricted due to fog. What should the vessel operator do to avoid the risk of a collision?

Speed up as much as possible to go around other vessels.

Reduce speed to the minimum needed to stay on course.

Sound two long blasts with a sound-producing device.

Maintain. the same speed until the other vessel is visible.

What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water?

Try to reboard your boat, even if it is swamped.

Remove any unnecessary clothing.

Tread water or swim around to generate heat.

Try to float on your stomach with legs extended.

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