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Question 1

the lowest part of the interior of the boat

Answer 1

bilge

Question 2

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

Answer 2

through hull

Question 3

the purpose of a safety harness, tether, and jackline

Answer 3

to keep a person attached to the boat

Question 4

VHF international distress, safety, and calling channel

Answer 4

16

Question 5

transmission for assistance while not in imminent danger

Answer 5

pan pan

Question 6

equipment required for 26-40ft sailboats at night

Answer 6

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

Question 7

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

Answer 7

windward side

Question 8

to refill the fuel tank

Answer 8

all of the above

Question 9

before starting an engine, ensure fuel supply is shut off

Answer 9

false

Question 10

important tool for weekend cruise

Answer 10

all of the above

Question 11

one nautical mile is equal to

Answer 11

one minute of latitude

Question 12

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

Answer 12

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

Question 13

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

Answer 13

false

Question 14

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

Answer 14

true

Question 15

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

Answer 15

true

Question 16

Rapidly falling barometric pressure is a sign of:

Answer 16

approaching storm

Question 17

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

Answer 17

Reefed mainsail and small headsail

Question 18

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

Answer 18

full mainsail and genoa

Question 19

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

Answer 19

all of the above

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Ease the mainsail using mainsheet or traveler

Question 21

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

Answer 21

true

Question 22

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

Answer 22

change to a larger foresail

Question 23

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

Answer 23

astern

Question 24

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

Answer 24

all of the above

Question 25

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

Answer 25

at the shrouds

Question 26

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

Answer 26

false

Question 27

A vessel anchored at night should display C:

Answer 27

false

Question 28

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

Answer 28

true

Question 29

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

Answer 29

true

Question 30

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

Answer 30

b and d

Question 31

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

Answer 31

at all times

Question 32

65

Answer 32

vessel b

Question 33

66

Answer 33

both vessels

Question 34

67

Answer 34

vessel a

Question 35

68

Answer 35

vessel 8

Question 36

When it is obvious that a collision is imminent

Answer 36

executive evasive action

Question 37

If you discover oily wastes in the bilge you should

Answer 37

Use approved absorbent pads to collect the wastes

Question 38

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

Answer 38

never

Question 39

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

Answer 39

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

Question 40

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

Answer 40

true

Question 41

The proper scope for overnight anchoring is generally

Answer 41

7:1

Question 42

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?

Answer 42

140 feet

Question 43

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

Answer 43

Sail or motor around and try again

Question 44

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

Answer 44

Stern will move to port

Question 45

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

Answer 45

forward and aft

Question 46

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

Answer 46

One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts

Question 47

During reduced visibility you should:

Answer 47

all of the above

Question 48

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

Answer 48

increase your scope

Question 49

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

Answer 49

A bowline tied onto a towing bridle at your stern

Question 50

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

Answer 50

center the weight evenly

Question 51

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

Answer 51

Head upwind to remove strain from rigging

Question 52

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

Answer 52

Petroleum-based (Fuel, Oil)

Question 53

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

Answer 53

all of the above

Question 54

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

Answer 54

Activate bilge pumps

Question 55

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

Answer 55

shift to neutral

Question 56

When using a smoke flare, you should:

Answer 56

Hold it low, downwind, and away from the boat

Question 57

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

Answer 57

all of the above

Question 58

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

Answer 58

Climbing up on the propeller

Question 59

To prevent unexpected engine failure it is important to:

Answer 59

Perform a daily engine check

Question 60

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

Answer 60

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

Question 61

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

Answer 61

all of the above

Question 62

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

Answer 62

Get the patient out of the elements and apply external warmth

Question 63

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

Answer 63

Adopting the H.E.L.P position

Question 64

sheet bend

Answer 64

Used to connect 2 lines of unequal diameter

Question 65

rolling hitch

Answer 65

Used to reduce load on a line or anchor chain

Question 66

clove hitch

Answer 66

temporarily secure a fender to a lifeline

Question 67

round turn and 2 half hitches

Answer 67

Used to secure a boat to a piling or ring