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1
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the lowest part of the interior of the boat

A

bilge

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2
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a fitting in the hull designed to take in or discharge water

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through hull

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3
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the purpose of a safety harness, tether, and jackline

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to keep a person attached to the boat

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4
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VHF international distress, safety, and calling channel

A

16

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5
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transmission for assistance while not in imminent danger

A

pan pan

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6
Q

equipment required for 26-40ft sailboats at night

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PFD for everyone on board, throwable flotation device, fire extinguisher, sound making device, navigation lights, visual distress signals

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7
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when going forward on the side deck while sailing, it’s safer to go on the

A

windward side

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8
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to refill the fuel tank

A

all of the above

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9
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before starting an engine, ensure fuel supply is shut off

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false

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10
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important tool for weekend cruise

A

all of the above

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11
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one nautical mile is equal to

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one minute of latitude

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12
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type of cloud most likely to cause most serious problem for sailors

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cumulonimbus (high vertical columns of clouds, especially with avil shaped top)

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13
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On a weather map, winds are strongest when the isobars (lines of equal pressure) are widely spaced:

A

false

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14
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In the US, the National Weather Service issues Small Craft Advisories when forecast wind or sea conditions might prove hazardous:

A

true

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15
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The marine weather channels on VHF radio provide important weather information in US waters:

A

true

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16
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Rapidly falling barometric pressure is a sign of:

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approaching storm

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17
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Which sail combination is most suited for heavy (20-33 kt) winds?

A

Reefed mainsail and small headsail

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18
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Which sail combination is most suited for very light (5-8 kt) winds?

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full mainsail and genoa

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19
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Indicate which statement is true when reefing a mainsail underway:

A.) Reefing should be done early, at first sign of adverse weather/wind
B.) Bring the new tack level with the gooseneck, and then tension the luff before tensioning the clew reefing line
C.) Mainsail should be luffing when being reefed
D.) All the above

A

all of the above

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20
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Which method can be used to depower the sails to reduce excessive heeling?

A

Ease the mainsail using mainsheet or traveler

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21
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Heaving-To provides a method for the crew to rest, fix meals or make repairs without dropping sails:

A

true

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22
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Which is NOT TRUE regarding heavy weather sailing:

A.) Put on a safety harness
B.) Change to a larger foresail
C.) Plot your position on the chart
D.) Put on life jackets and foul weather gear

A

change to a larger foresail

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23
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Three short whistle blasts means “I am operating ___________ propulsion”:

A

astern

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24
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A skipper’s responsibility includes:

A.) Ensuring the crew’s knowledge of operating procedures and location of safety equipment
B.) Safety of the crew and boat
C.) Ensuring safe use of equipment (head, stove, etc.)
D.) All the above

A

all of the above

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25
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Usually, the safest location for stepping off a boat when docking alongside is:

A

at the shrouds

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26
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A vessel under sail at night should display A, B, C & D

A

false

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27
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A vessel anchored at night should display C:

A

false

28
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A vessel motor-sailing at night should display A, B, C & D

A

true

29
Q

Navigation lights must be displayed between sunset and sunrise, and during periods of reduced visibility:

A

true

30
Q

Indicate the two flag signals used in North America which signify persons are engaged in diving operations in the immediate area:

A

b and d

31
Q

The Navigation Rules state that every vessel shall maintain a lookout:

A

at all times

32
Q

65

A

vessel b

33
Q

66

A

both vessels

34
Q

67

A

vessel a

35
Q

68

A

vessel 8

36
Q

When it is obvious that a collision is imminent

A

executive evasive action

37
Q

If you discover oily wastes in the bilge you should

A

Use approved absorbent pads to collect the wastes

38
Q

Garbage such as food scraps and packaging may be dumped less than 3 miles off shore:

A

never

39
Q

Which statement below best describes the characteristics of a good anchorage?

A.) Shelter, good depth, bottom with good holding, swing room
B.) Shelter from waves, rocky bottom, good depth, sandy beaches
C.) Shelter from winds, rocky bottom, very shallow
D.) Shelter from other boats, wind blowing towards shore, good depth

A

Shelter, good depth, bottom with good holding, swing room

40
Q

Chain is often used as part of the anchor rode and can help keep the anchor on the bottom:

A

true

41
Q

The proper scope for overnight anchoring is generally

A

7:1

42
Q

When anchoring in 16 feet of water with 4 feet of freeboard (assume no tide) on a sandy bottom with a properly sized anchor, which rode length would be minimum for overnight anchoring?

A

140 feet

43
Q

If you miss while attempting to pick up the mooring ball, you should:

A

Sail or motor around and try again

44
Q

What effect will propwalk have on a sailboat (with inboard engine and right-hand prop) when reverse gear is engaged?

A

Stern will move to port

45
Q

Spring lines control ______ motion of a boat docked in a slip:

A

forward and aft

46
Q

Which is the proper sound signal for a sailboat under sail in reduced visibility?

A

One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts

47
Q

During reduced visibility you should:

A

all of the above

48
Q

If you are dragging anchor and have additional room, you should first:

A

increase your scope

49
Q

When preparing to tow another boat, attach the towing line to your boat with:

A

A bowline tied onto a towing bridle at your stern

50
Q

Which technique is NOT an effective method to free a sailboat that has run aground?

A

center the weight evenly

51
Q

What is the first action to be taken if the backstay fails?

A

Head upwind to remove strain from rigging

52
Q

What type of fire is a B-II extinguisher rated to extinguish?

A

Petroleum-based (Fuel, Oil)

53
Q

What is a correct response to an onboard fire?

A.) Move all crew upwind of the fire and ensure they are wearing life jackets
B.) Fight the fire from a position where you can escape - have a exit route
C.) Use the fire extinguisher (s) Pull the pin: Aim at the base of the fire: Squeeze the lever: Sweep side to side (PASS)
D.) All the above

A

all of the above

54
Q

After alerting the crew, what is the next response upon finding the cabin filling with water?

A

Activate bilge pumps

55
Q

What is the first response to make if you foul a line in the prop while motoring?

A

shift to neutral

56
Q

When using a smoke flare, you should:

A

Hold it low, downwind, and away from the boat

57
Q

When retrieving a Man Over Board while under power:

A.) Keep the propeller away from the MOB at all costs
B.) Wind is still a factor, and your best approach is to windward
C.) When the MOB is attached to the boat, shut down the engines to eliminate propellor hazard
D.) All the above

A

all of the above

58
Q

Which method is NOT recommended for getting an MOB back on board:

A

Climbing up on the propeller

59
Q

To prevent unexpected engine failure it is important to:

A

Perform a daily engine check

60
Q

If your engine sounds a “High Temperature” alarm, you should first:

A

Check to see if water is flowing out the exhaust to determine which part of the cooling system has failed

61
Q

Recognizing the symptoms is the first step in diagnosing hypothermia. Moderate hypothermia symptoms may include:

A.) Exhaustion
B.) Incoherence
C.) Loss of muscle control
D.) Al the above

A

all of the above

62
Q

After determining the patient may have moderate hypothermia, treatment options include:

A

Get the patient out of the elements and apply external warmth

63
Q

With a PFD you can delay hypothermia when floating in the water by:

A

Adopting the H.E.L.P position

64
Q

sheet bend

A

Used to connect 2 lines of unequal diameter

65
Q

rolling hitch

A

Used to reduce load on a line or anchor chain

66
Q

clove hitch

A

temporarily secure a fender to a lifeline

67
Q

round turn and 2 half hitches

A

Used to secure a boat to a piling or ring

Sailing (2 decks)

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