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1
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The main center line structural part of the hull is called the __________.

A. Keel.

B. Decks.

C. Deck beams.

D. Bulkheads.

A

A. Keel.

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The plates, put on in rows from bow to stern, are called __________.

Select one:

A. Strakes

B. Skin.

C. Hull.

D. Keel.

A

A. Strakes

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The interior of the ship is divided by the________ into watertight compartments.

Select one:

A. Hull.

B. Sleeping quarters.

C. Rooms.

D. Bulkheads.

A

D. Bulkheads.

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The rod that transmits power from the engine to the propeller leading from the aft end of the engine to the propeller is called the __________.

Select one:

A. Beam.

B. Shaft.

C. All of the above.

D. Stuffing box.

A

B. Shaft.

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The waterline, draft, and freeboard will change with __________.

Select one:

A. The weight of the cargo.

B. Density of water.

C. Fuel used.

D. All of the above.

A

D. All of the above.

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If the vessel is out of balance laterally or athwartship (leaning to one side) it has a __________.

Select one:

A. Bend.

B. List.

C. Trim.

D. Twist.

A

B. List.

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The small drains on the deck are called __________.

Select one:

A. Drains.

B. Scuppers.

C. Holes.

D. All of the above.

A

B. Scuppers.

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8
Q

Stairs in a ship are called __________.

Select one:

A. Stairs.

B. Hatches.

C. Passageways.

D. Ladders.

A

D. Ladders.

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9
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The handles on the watertight hatch or door are called __________.

Select one:

A. Cats.

B. Bulkheads.

C. Dogs.

D. Ports.

A

C. Dogs.

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10
Q

The central or middle area of a ship is called __________.

Select one:

A. Quarter.

B. Bow.

C. Amidships.

D. Stern.

A

C. Amidships.

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Walls of a ship are called ________.

Select one:

A. Compartment.

B. Bulkheads.

C. Walls.

D. None of the above.

A

B. Bulkheads.

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12
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A halls or corridors in a ship is called:

Select one:

A. Corridors.

B. Bulkheads.

C. Passageways.

D. Halls.

A

C. Passageways.

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13
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Plimsoll marks are placed amidships on both sides of the hull of a vessel to denote the _____.

Select one:

A. Maximum mean draft to which a vessel may be lawfully submerged.

B. Maximum draft.

C. Maximum draft In any condition.

D. Maximum draft to which a vessel may be lawfully submerged.

A

A. Maximum mean draft to which a vessel may be lawfully submerged.

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The rounded lower section of the anchor to which the shank is secured is called a _____.

Select one:

A. Shank.

B. Crown.

C. Arm.

D. Throat.

A

B. Crown.

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The tip of the Palm or Fluke is called _____.

Select one:

A. Arm.

B. Bill or Pea.

C. Fluke or palm.

D. Blade.

A

B. Bill or Pea.

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The rigging that supports masts or king posts is called __________.

Select one:

A. Stays

B. Running rigging

C. Backstays

D. Standing rigging

A

D. Standing rigging

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17
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The devices that are used to secure standing rigging, running rigging, and mooring lines are called __________.

Select one:

A. Bulkhead

B. Scuppers

C. Dogs

D. Deck fittings

A

D. Deck fittings

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18
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The _______ is a vertically mounted winch head used aboard ship when mechanical power is required for raising the anchor, or lifting heavy weights.

Select one:

A. Whelps

B. Drill

C. Capstan

D. Windlass

A

C. Capstan

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19
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A device used to keep the side pressure of the sling legs away from the load being hoisted is called __________.

Select one:

A. Spreader

B. Shackles

C. Hatches

D. I-Beam

A

A. Spreader

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20
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Long lengths of light line made fast to long items of cargo and heavy lifts for the purpose of controlling the swing of the load as it is being hoisted or lowered is called __________.

Select one:

A. Standing rigging

B. Running rigging

C. None of the above

D. Tag lines

A

D. Tag lines

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21
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The following simple rule(s) will help prolong the life of cargo handling gear.

Select one:

A. Ensure manila rope slings are dry before storing

B. All of the above

C. Clean cargo handling gear regularly

D. Apply a light coat of oil to the wire rope slings periodically

A

B. All of the above

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22
Q

Heavy metal bed plates with two iron or steel posts are called __________.

Select one:

A. Bits

B. Cleats

C. Pad eyes

D. Chocks

A

A. Bits

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23
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What are the heavy fittings secured to the deck where the lines pass through them to bollards on the pier?

Select one:

A. Cleats

B. Chocks

C. Pad eyes

D. Bits

A

B. Chocks

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24
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What metal fittings having two projecting horns used for securing lines?

Select one:

A. Chocks

B. Cleats

C. Bits

D. Pad eyes

A

B. Cleats

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Welded to a deck or bulkhead, ________have an eye to which lines or tackle are fastened and are used for securing or handling cargo.

Select one:

A. Bits

B. Cleats

C. Pad eyes

D. Chocks

A

C. Pad eyes

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26
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Walls of a ship are called _____.

Select one:

A. Bulkheads

B. Walls

C. Passageways

D. Decks

A

A. Bulkheads

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27
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The main body of the ship below the main outside deck is the _____?

Select one:

A. Athwartship

B. Hull

C. Keel

D. Ribs

A

B. Hull

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28
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When a ship is properly balanced fore and aft, it is called _____?

Select one:

A. Down by the stern

B. List

C. In trim

D. Down by the head

A

C. In trim

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29
Q

Athwartship is a vessel leaning to _____.

Select one:

A. Bow

B. None of the above

C. One side

D. Stern

A

B. None of the above

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30
Q

The uppermost deck running from the bow to the stern is called the _____.

Select one:

A. Superstructure

B. Poop deck

C. Weather deck

D. Forecastle

A

C. Weather deck

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31
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The tendency of a vessel to remain upright is called __________.

Select one:

A. List

B. None of the above

C. Trim

D. Stability

A

D. Stability

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32
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Generally, the lower the center of gravity, the more stable the vessel.

Select one:
True
False

A

True

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33
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The upward force of water displaced by the hull is called __________.

Select one:

A. List

B. Buoyancy

C. Trim

D. Stability

A

B. Buoyancy

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34
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Equilibrium is affected by movement of the __________.

Select one:

A. Center of buoyancy

B. Center of gravity

C. Wind and waves

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

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35
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Transverse (athwartships) stability tends to keep the vessel from __________.

Select one:

A. Going fast

B. None of the above

C. Pitchpoling

D. Capsizing

A

D. Capsizing

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36
Q

Forces caused by placement of weight within the hull are called __________.

Select one:

A. Static

B. Dynamic

C. Stability

D. Buoyancy

A

A. Static

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37
Q

Forces caused by actions outside the hull such as wind and waves are called __________.

Select one:

A. Buoyancy

B. Static

C. Dynamic

D. Stability

A

C. Dynamic

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38
Q

Liquid that only partly fills a compartment is said to have __________.

Select one:

A. Trim

B. List

C. Stability

D. Free surface

A

D. Free surface

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39
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Damage to the hull of a vessel permitting the movement of sea water into and out of the vessel is called __________.

Select one:

A. Free communication

B. Free Surface

C. Buoyancy

D. Bad trim

A

A, Free communication

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40
Q

Corrective actions for icing on decks could include __________.

Select one:

A. Change speed

B. All of the above

C. Change course

D. Physically remove the ice

A

B. All of the above

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41
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Ship’s gear can be divided into categories that include _____.

Select one:

A. Deck fittings

B. Standing rigging

C. Deck machinery

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

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42
Q

Internally threaded collars turning on two screws threaded in opposite directions are called _____?

Select one:

A. Turnbuckles

B. Stays

C. Backstays

D. None of the above

A

A. Turnbuckles

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43
Q

Heavy metal bed plates with two iron or steel posts are called______?

Select one:

A. Bits

B. Cleats

C. Pad eyes

D. Chocks

A

A. Bits

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44
Q

The windlass is a special type of winch used to raise and lower the _____.

Select one:

A. Stern line

B. Cargo

C. Spring line

D. Anchors

A

D. Anchors

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45
Q

Splicing the ends of a piece of wire or fiber rope can make a _____.

Select one:

A. Combination slings

B. Single slings

C. Endless Slings

D. Chain slings

A

C. Endless Slings

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46
Q

What is the safe-load mark for the vessel called?

Select one:

A. Winter loadline

B. Main deck line mark

C. Plimsoll

D. Summer loadline

A

C. Plimsoll

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47
Q

Openings in the outside of the ship are called _____.

Select one:

A. Windows

B. Ports

C. Doors

D. Hatches

A

B. Ports

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48
Q

Stairs in a ship are called _____.

Select one:

A. Passageways

B. Ports

C. Ladders

D. Stairs

A

C. Ladders

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49
Q

Whelps are used in or part of a ______.

Select one:

A. Wildcat

B. Boom

C. Capstan

D. Lifting cargo

A

A. Wildcat

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50
Q

What slings are used mainly for handling steel rails, pipes, and beams?

Select one:

A. Canvas sling

B. Cargo nets

C. The sled pallet

D. Chain slings

A

D. Chain slings

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51
Q

What do you get when you add 42 minutes to 1636?

Select one:

A. 1718

B. 1675

C. 1776

D. 1677

A

A. 1718

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52
Q

What is the time difference between 1756 and 1812?

Select one:

A. 1 hour 5 minutes

B. 1 hour 16 minutes

C. 16 minutes

D. 5 minutes

A

C. 16 minutes

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53
Q

Magnetic compass error caused by magnetic influences on the vessel is called __________.

Select one:

A. Deviation

B. List

C. Buoyancy

D. Variation

A

A. Deviation

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54
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The compass course is 127°, Variation is 4°W, and the Deviation from the vessel’s deviation table is 5°E.

What is the True course?

Select one:

A. 126o

B. 118o

C. 136o

D. 128o

A

D. 128o

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55
Q

Any device external to a vessel intended to assist a navigator to determine position or safe course is called __________.

Select one:

A. Aids to navigation.

B. GPS

C. Markers.

D. Radar.

A

A. Aids to navigation.

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56
Q

Lateral Aids to Navigation indicate which side of an aid to navigation a vessel should pass when entering from seaward.

Select one:
True
False

A

Truth!

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57
Q

Red colored aids are odd numbered.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

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58
Q

Special marks (Yellow) are not intended to assist in navigation, but rather to alert the mariner to a special feature or area.

Some areas that may be marked by these aids are _____.

Select one:

A. Spoil areas

B. Pipeline

C. Traffic Separation Schemes

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

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59
Q

The Aids to Navigation with ______ color lights have lateral significance.

Select one:

A. Red and green

B. Yellow

C. White, red, and green

D. Yellow and white

A

A. Red and green

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60
Q

Safe water marks show a Morse code “A” rhythm (a short flash followed by a long flash).

What is the color of the light?

Select one:

A. White

B. Red

C. Yellow

D. Green

A

A. White

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61
Q

A flashing light is used to mark ______.

Select one:

A. Safe water

B. The side of a channel

C. A preferred channel

D. Danger

A

B. The side of a channel

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62
Q

A quick flashing light is used to indicate_____.

Select one:

A. A wreck or obstruction

B. A sharp turn

C. A sudden channel constriction

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

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63
Q

Aids that are used to mark fairways, mid-channels, and offshore approach points, and have unobstructed water on all sides, will show what color lights?

Select one:

A. Green

B. Red

C. Yellow

D. White

A

D. White

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64
Q

Preferred Channel Marks are also Lateral Aids and they have what kind of light rhythms?

Select one:

A. Composite group-flashing (2 + 1) yellow

B. Composite group-flashing (2 + 1) red or green

C. Composite group-flashing (2 + 1) white

D. Composite group-flashing (2 + 1) red only

A

B. Composite group-flashing (2 + 1) red or green

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65
Q

White and yellow lights have lateral significance.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

66
Q

Deviation in the Magnetic Compass Error can caused by _____.

Select one:

A. Metal objects around the compass

B. Any of the above

C. Electrical motors and electronic equipment

D. The vessel itself

A

B. Any of the above

67
Q

You are on a TRUE course of 135o, Variation is 012o W and Deviation of your boat is 003o E.

What is the compass course to follow?

Select one:

A. 144o

B. 126o

C. 150o

D. 120o

A

A. 144o

68
Q

The LNM (Local Notice to Mariners) is the primary means for disseminating information concerning Aids to Navigation, hazards to navigation, and other items of marine information of interest to mariners on the waters of the United States.

How often does is the LNM published?

Select one:

A. Every day

B. Every week

C. Every month

D. Once a year

A

B. Every week

69
Q

Topics in the Coast Pilot could include _____.

Select one:

A. Prominent features

B. Any of the above

C. Small-craft facilities

D. Pilotage

A

B. Any of the above

70
Q

The Coast Pilot books are published by _____.

Select one:

A. USCG

B. FCC

C. None of the above

D. National Ocean Service

A

D. National Ocean Service

71
Q

Nautical chart symbols, abbreviations and terms depicting basic chart elements and explanation of symbols and abbreviations associated with NOAA and NGA charts is called _____.

Select one:

A. Chart Number 1

B. Coast Pilot

C. The Light List

D. None of the above

A

A. Chart Number 1

72
Q

The moment you attach a line to another vessel, you __________.

Select one:

A. become responsible for the boat only

B. become responsible for the boat and all persons onboard

C. have no responsibility

D. become responsible for your boat only

A

B. become responsible for the boat and all persons onboard

73
Q

All personnel on the vessel being towed should __________.

Select one:

A. None of the above

B. Hold the tow line

C. Be wearing a suitable PFD

D. Sit in the bow of the boat.

A

C. Be wearing a suitable PFD

74
Q

If a tow line fails under load it will snap back in the direction of the pull.

Select one:
True
False

A

True

75
Q

The preferred tow lines are usually __________.

Select one:

A. Double-braided nylon

B. A water ski tow rope

C. Wire

D. Hemp

A

A. Double-braided nylon

76
Q

Inspect towlines on a regular basis to detect damage from __________.

Select one:

A. All of the above

B. Cuts

C. Chafing

D. Fusing (caused by overheating or over-stretching)

A

A. All of the above

77
Q

Keep the legs of the bridle long enough so the angle of the legs is less than ____ degrees.

Select one:

A. 60

B. 30

C. 50

D. 40

A

B. 30

78
Q

A ________ is a length of light line used to carry a larger line or hawser between vessels.

Select one:

A. Messenger

B. Pendant

C. Tow line

D. Anchor Line

A

A. Messenger

79
Q

A heaving line is made of light, flexible line with a ______ included at the thrown end,

Select one:

A. Clove hitch

B. Monkey’s fist

C. Bowline

D. Square knot

A

B. Monkey’s fist

80
Q

To reach a vessel beyond the range of a heaving line or in an inaccessible position, a buoyant synthetic line may be floated from upstream or upwind. This could include __________.

Select one:

A. Ring buoy

B. Fender

C. All of the above

D. Life jacket

A

C. All of the above

81
Q

Chafing gear should always be placed at friction points to reduce wear on the lines.

Examples of chafing gear could include __________.

Select one:

A. All of the above

B. Cloth material

C. Old fire hose

D. Heavy canvas

A

A. All of the above

82
Q

Towing another vessel should always be a _____.

Select one:

A. Last resort

B. First option

C. None of the above

D. Only done by the USCG

A

A. Last resort

83
Q

The tow line will always be the ________ in the towing gear.

Select one:

A. Strong point

B. Weakest link

C. Stronger than the bridles

D. As strong as the bridles

A

B. Weakest link

84
Q

Long bridle legs create _____ tension on deck fittings.

Select one:

A. More

B. Equal

C. None of the above

D. Less

A

D. Less

85
Q

Some areas that may be marked by Yellow aids are: _____.

Select one:

A. Any of the above

B. Traffic Separation Schemes

C. Pipeline

D. Spoil areas

A

A. Any of the above

86
Q

The meanings associated with the orange shapes are _____.

Select one:

A. open-faced diamonds signifying that certain operating restrictions are in effect within the marked

B. open-face diamonds signifying danger

C. open-faced diamonds indicating that vessels are excluded from the marked area

D. open-faced diamonds signifying nothing

A

B. open-face diamonds signifying danger

87
Q

Entrances from one compartment to another are called _____.

Select one:

A. Decks

B. Doors

C. Passageways

D. Hatches

A

B. Doors

88
Q

Dynamic forces occur once the towed vessel is ______.

Select one:

A. Stopped

B. Moving

C. Turning

D. Standing still

A

B. Moving

89
Q

The size of the bow wave will _______ as speed increases, causing the wave to create resistance for the bow to be pulled or propelled through the water.

Select one:

A. Stay the same

B. Increase

C. Double

D. Decrease

A

B. Increase

90
Q

Shock-load could damage _____.

Select one:

A. Vessel Personnel.

B. The towline

C. Any of the above.

D. Vessel fittings

A

C. Any of the above.

91
Q

To get the vessels in step, _______ the towline if possible.

Select one:

A. Lengthen

B. Shorten

C. Speed up

D. Slow down

A

A. Lengthen

92
Q

What is the minimum height of rails on passenger decks of ferryboats, excursion vessels, and vessels of a similar type? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. 39.5 inches.

B. 24 inches

C. 42 inches.

D. 18 inches

A

A. 39.5 inches.

93
Q

Painters on life floats shall be not less than ___________. (small passenger vessel regulations).

Select one:

A. 60 feet in length.

B. 20 feet in length.

C. 40 feet in length.

D. 100 feet in length

A

D. 100 feet in length

94
Q

A gasoline fuel tank vent on a small passenger vessel should terminate _________.

Select one:

A. As close to the deck plates as possible.

B. Midway between the fuel tank and the engine.

C. On the hull exterior as high above the waterline as practicable and remote from any hull opening.

D. Below the waterline to eliminate the accumulation of explosive vapors.

A

C. On the hull exterior as high above the waterline as practicable and remote from any hull opening.

95
Q

It is recommended that drip collectors required on all updraft carburetors be drainedby _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. No means whatsoever.

B. A separate pipe leading to the bilges.

C. A pump leading to a point outside the hull.

D. A device to automatically return all drip to the engine air intakes.

A

D. A device to automatically return all drip to the engine air intakes.

96
Q

Which type of ventilation is required for enclosed spaces containing gasoline,machinery, or fuel tanks? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. Mechanical supply and mechanical exhaust.

B. Natural supply and mechanical exhaust.

C. Mechanical supply and natural exhaust.

D. Natural supply and natural exhaust.

A

B. Natural supply and mechanical exhaust.

97
Q

The engine head, block, and exhaust manifold shall be __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. Water jacketed.

B. Preheated prior to starting.

C. Air cooled.

D. Drained weekly.

A

A. Water jacketed.

98
Q

To prevent damage by and to storage batteries aboard small passenger vessels they should be located ___________.

Select one:

A. So as to prevent movement when the vessel pitches and rolls.

B. In trays constructed of material that is resistant to the electrolyte.

C. All of the above.

D. In a well ventilated area.

A

C. All of the above.

99
Q

Starting motors, generators, and any other spark producing devices shall be __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. Mounted as high as practicable above the bilges.

B. Of the alternating current type.

C. Rated for at least 12 volts.

D. All of the above.

A

A. Mounted as high as practicable above the bilges.

100
Q

As appropriate for the voyage, all vessels must carry adequate and up-to-date _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. All of the above.

B. Coast Pilots

C. Light lists.

D. Charts

A

A. All of the above.

101
Q

Which vessel must carry a compass on board? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

a. A vessel operating in protected waters with a short restricted route.
b. A non-self-propelled vessel.
c. A vessel operating on the Gulf of Mexico.
d. A vessel operating on the Ohio River.

A

c. A vessel operating on the Gulf of Mexico.

102
Q

How do you know how many passengers you may carry?

Select one:

A. No more than 40 passengers.

B. As many as possible.

C. Use your own judgement.

D. The amount is on the certificate of inspection.

A

D. The amount is on the certificate of inspection.

103
Q

What is the minimum length of a life float paddle on a small passenger vessel?

Select one:

A. Three feet.

B. Six feet.

C. Four feet.

D. Five feet.

A

C. Four feet.

104
Q

Which equipment is not required for a life float?

Select one:

A. Paddles.

B. Lights interior.

C. Lights exterior.

D. Compass.

A

D. Compass.

105
Q

Life floats must be equipped with______.

Select one:

A. A signal mirror.

B. A sea anchored.

C. A class A EPIRB.

D. Paddles.

A

D. Paddles.

106
Q

A Certificate of Inspection issued to a small passenger vessel describes:

Select one:

A. Any special conditions or restrictions on her operation.

B. The minimum fire extinguishing equipment, life jackets, survival and rescue craft.

C. All of the above.

D. The name of the managing operator.

A

C. All of the above.

107
Q

Fill in the blank: Escape hatches and other hatches in weather decks on passenger vessels operating beyond protected waters __________.

Select one:

A. Must be watertight.

B. Need not be watertight.

C. Must be open at all times.

D. None of the above.

A

A. Must be watertight.

108
Q

What equipment must be on a life float? (small passenger vessel regulations)
Select one:

A. Two paddles, painter, and six red flares.

B. Water-light and painter only.

C. Two paddles, a light, painter, lifeline and pendants.

D. Water-light, painter, and signal mirror.

A

C. Two paddles, a light, painter, lifeline and pendants.

109
Q

Vessels in ocean service shall carry _____________. (small passenger vessel

Select one:

A. Sufficient inflatable buoyant apparatus for all persons on board.

B. Lifefloats for 50% of all persons on board.

C. Life jackets for 50% of all persons on board.

D. Buoyant apparatus for all persons on board.

A

A. Sufficient inflatable buoyant apparatus for all persons on board.

110
Q

What do the small passenger vessel regulations require when installing a hydraulic accumulator or other unfired pressure vessel?

Select one:

A. It be installed to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI.

B. All of the above.

C. It be operated at one and one half times normal operating pressure for ten.

D. Safety and/or relief valves settings be checked at two and one half times normal.

A

A. It be installed to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI.

111
Q

The Master of a small passenger vessel fitted with loading doors must ensure that the doors are closed, watertight and secured ________.

Select one:

A. At all times, at the dock or underway when the loading door is not actually being.

B. When leaving the dock.

C. At all times when underway on a voyage on unprotected waters.

D. When loading cargo.

A

C. At all times when underway on a voyage on unprotected waters.

112
Q

Where must the draft or loading marks be placed on a small passenger vessel?

Select one:

A. On each side of the stem.

B. Near the stern post or rudder post.

C. All of the above.

D. At each end of the vessel.

A

C. All of the above.

113
Q

Aboard small passenger vessels the steering gear, signaling whistle, controls, and communication system shall be tested by the Master ______.

Select one:

A. Once a week.

B. Before getting underway for the day’s operation.

C. At every inspection and reinspection.

D. At least once in every 48 hours.

A

B. Before getting underway for the day’s operation

114
Q

All life jackets and life buoys shall be marked with the vessel’s name in letters at:

Select one:

A. 1 1/2 inches high.

B. 1 inch high.

C. Height not specified.

D. 1/2 inch high.

A

C. Height not specified.

115
Q

All life jackets carried onboard small passenger vessels are required to be marked:

Select one:

A. With the vessel’s official number.

B. With the vessel’s name.

C. With the maximum serviceable life of the life preserver.

D. With the maximum weight to be held by the life preserver.

A

B. With the vessel’s name.

116
Q

Your vessel must have a B-II fire extinguisher. Which extinguisher fulfills this requirement? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. 4 lb. dry chemical.

B. 15 lb. carbon dioxide.

C. 1 gallon foam

D. 4 lb. carbon dioxide.

A

B. 15 lb. carbon dioxide.

117
Q

What would be an example of a B-I extinguisher? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

a. 2 pound dry chemical.
b. 2.5 gallon foam.
c. 5 pound foam.
d. 10 pound carbon dioxide.

A

a. 2 pound dry chemical.

118
Q

Your 75 gross ton vessel is 80 feet in length and carrying passengers for hire. What is the minimum number of fire pumps you are required to have on board? (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. Two power pumps.

B. One fixed hand pump and one portable hand pump.

C. One self-priming, power-driven fire pump.

D. Two fixed hand pumps.

A

C. One self-priming, power-driven fire pump.

119
Q

A length of fire hose shall be __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. Marked with the lot number and wholesale price.

B. Attached to each fire hydrant at all times.

C. Not more than 10 feet in length.

D. Equipped with a rotary sprinkler head.

A

B. Attached to each fire hydrant at all times.

120
Q

On vessels that are required to have fixed carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems, the controls to operate the system shall be installed in an accessible location __________.

Select one:

A. In a padlocked waterproof metal box.

B. At the carbon dioxide cylinders.

C. Outside the space protected.

D. Inside the space protected.

A

C. Outside the space protected.

121
Q

When a fixed fire extinguishing system is installed, it shall be of an approved _____________.

Select one:

A. Carbon dioxide type.

B. Liquid foam type.

C. Light water type.

D. Carbon tetrachloride type.

A

A. Carbon dioxide type.

122
Q

Which type of fire extinguishers are permitted on inspected vessels?

Select one:

A. All of the above.

B. Dry Chemical.

C. Carbon dioxide.

D. Foam.

A

A. All of the above.

123
Q

A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is required to be recharged if the weight loss exceeds what percentage of the weight of the charge?

Select one:

A. Seven percent.

B. One percent.

C. Ten percent.

D. Five percent.

A

C. Ten percent.

124
Q

Annually, all carbon dioxide fire extinguishers aboard a vessel are _____________.

Select one:

A. Discharged and recharged.

B. Sent ashore to an approved service facility.

C. Weighed.

D. Checked for pressure loss.

A

C. Weighed.

125
Q

How many portable fire extinguishers are required in the propulsion machinery space of a diesel powered vessel if there is a fixed CO2 system installed onboard?

Select one:

A. One B-I and one B-II extinguisher.

B. One B-I extinguisher.

C. None are required.

D. Two B-II extinguishers.

A

C. None are required.

126
Q

Which statement is true concerning a fire hose on a small passenger vessel?

Select one:

A. One length of fire hose shall be provided for every two fire hydrants.

B. Two lengths of fire hose shall be provided for every hydrant.

C. A fire hose with nozzle must be attached to each hydrant at all times.

D. Fire hose shall be at least 3/4” outside diameter.

A

C. A fire hose with nozzle must be attached to each hydrant at all times.

127
Q

Which type of fire extinguishers are permitted on inspected vessels?

Select one:

A. Carbon Dioxide.

B. Foam.

C. All of the above.

D. Dry Chemical.

A

C. All of the above.

128
Q

The fire pump required for a 75 gross ton mechanically propelled vessel, 58 feet in length, carrying 52 passengers shall be capable of ___________________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Select one:

A. A minimum pumping capacity of 25 gallons per minute

B. A minimum pumping capacity of 50 gallons per minute

C. A minimum pumping capacity of 10 gallons per minute

D. Discharging an effective stream from a hose connected to the highest outlet

A

B. A minimum pumping capacity of 50 gallons per minute

129
Q

A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump must have at least how many 21/2 gallon buckets?

Select one:

A. Three.

B. Four.

C. Two.

D. One.

A

A. Three.

130
Q

A vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length must have at least one fire axe located in or adjacent to?

Select one:

A. Every manned space.

B. The forecastle.

C. The primary operating station.

D. The pilothouse.

A

C. The primary operating station.

131
Q

The accident with the Bayside Blaster and the U.S.C.G Patrol boat was caused by __________.

Select one:

A. Speed.

B. Bad weather.

C. Fog.

D. Drugs.

A

A. Speed.

132
Q

Bayside Blaster: Why did the engines of the patrol boat fail to stop?

Select one:

A. The kill switch was broken.

B. The lanyard was not connected to the operator.

C. The kill switch was not installed.

D. The lanyard broke to the kill switch.

A

D. The lanyard broke to the kill switch.

133
Q

Bayside Blaster: At the time of the accident, were all Navigation lights working on the U.S.C.G patrol boat?

Select one:

A. No.

B. Only side lights.

C. Only Mast light.

D. Yes.

A

D. Yes.

134
Q

What Rule of the Road do you feel was not followed, and caused the Bayside Blaster accident?

Select one:

A. RULE 5 Look-out Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision.

B. RULE 6 Safe Speed Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision.

C. RULE 9 Narrow Channels A vessel proceeding along the course of a narrow channel or fairway shall keep as near to the outer limit of the channel or fairway which lies on her starboard side.

D. RULE 15 Crossing Situation When two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her own starboard side shall keep out of the way.

A

B. RULE 6 Safe Speed Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision.

135
Q

The decision by Captain Chapman to overtake the BOUCHARD tow as he approached buoys 19 and 20 was __________.

Select one:

A. The only choice he had.

B. Necessary.

C. Imprudent and unnecessary.

D.Requested by Capt. West.

A

C. Imprudent and unnecessary.

136
Q

What navigation rules were not followed by the tugs, when overtaking?

Select one:

A. RULE 2 (responsibility)

B. All of the above

C. RULE 7 (risk of collision)

D. RULE 34 (narrow channel passing)

A

B. All of the above

137
Q

Was there evidence that drugs or alcohol contributed to this accident between the three tug boats?

Select one:

A. No test done.

B. Only drugs.

C. Yes.

D. No.

A

D. No.

138
Q

The apparent cause of this casualty was the failure of the pilots and operators of all three of the involved vessels to __________.

Select one:

A. Stop.

B. Adequately communicate.

C. Speed up.

D. Slow down.

A

B. Adequately communicate.

139
Q

The cause of this casualty (between the three tugs) is attributable solely to __________.

Select one:

A. Mechanical failures.

B. Fog.

C. Human factors.

D. Weather.

A

C. Human factors.

140
Q

There is evidence that Pilot Wrasses __________.

Select one:

A. All of the above.

B. Operated with an expired license.

C. Failed to recognize a special circumstances.

D. Failed to use RADAR to determine a risk of collision.

A

A. All of the above.

141
Q

What Rule of the Road did the Bayside Blaster not follow?

Select one:

A. Rule 10 (TSS)

B. Rule 7 (risk of collision)

C. None of the above

D. Rule 1 (application)

A

C. None of the above

142
Q

What Rule of the Road did the U.S.C.G Patrol boat not follow?

Select one:

A. Rule 9 (narrow channels)

B. All of the above

C. Rule 10 (TSS)

D. Rule 6 (safe speed)

A

D. Rule 6 (safe speed)

143
Q

There is evidence that Pilot Baggett failed to follow what Rules of the Road?

Select one:

A. All of the above

B. Rule 34

C. Rule 5

D. Rule 9

A

A. All of the above

144
Q

There is evidence that Captain Chapman failed to follow what Rules of the Road?

Select one:

A. Rule 2 (responsibility)

B. All of the above

C. Rule 34 (narrow channel passing)

D. Rule 7 (risk of collision)

A

B. All of the above

145
Q

There is evidence that Pilot Wrasse failed to follow what Rule of the Road?

Select one:

A. Rule 34 (narrow channel passing)

B. Rule 2 (responsibility)

C. Rule 7 (risk of collision)

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

146
Q

There is evidence that Captain West failed to follow which Rules of the Road?

Select one:

A. Rule 13

B. Rule 2

C. All of the above

D. Rule 7

A

C. All of the above

147
Q

All three Captains and Pilots failed to recognize What Rule of the road?

Select one:

A. Rule 2 (responsibility)

B. Rule 1 (application)

C. Rule 3 (general definitions)

D. Rule 4 (conduct of vessels)

A

A. Rule 2 (responsibility)

148
Q

There is evidence that Captain Chapman failed to follow what Rule of the Road?

Select one:

A. Rule 12 (sailboats)

B. Rule 35

C. Rule 1 (application)

D. Rule 34 (narrow channel passing)

A

D. Rule 34 (narrow channel passing)

149
Q

INLAND: A Vessel or a sailing vessel that shall not impede the passage of a vessel that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway:

Select one:

A. Less than 20 meters

B. All of the above

C. Crossing

D. Fishing

A

B. All of the above

150
Q

INLAND: A WIG craft operating on the water surface shall comply with what lighting rules?

Select one:

A. That of a Hovercraft

B. That of a Aircraft

C. That of a Sail boat

D. That of a Power Boat

A

D. That of a Power Boat

151
Q

INLAND: A vessel displaying Green over White lights on the mast, and when his nets has come fast upon an obstruction, shall display:

Select one:

A. White over Red in a vertical line.

B. Red over white in a vertical line.

C. Two red lights in a vertical line.

D. Two yellow lights in a vertical line.

A

C. Two red lights in a vertical line.

152
Q

INLAND Vessels engaged in fishing with purse seine gear may exhibit:

Select one:

A. Two yellow lights in a vertical line.

B. Two Red lights in a vertical line.

C. White over Red in a vertical line.

D. Two white lights in a vertical line.

A

A. Two yellow lights in a vertical line.

153
Q

Inland: A barge moored in a slip or slough used primarily for mooring purposes, at night must display:

Select one:

A. One all around light on each corner, toward the navigable channel.

B. Two all around lights, aft lower.

C. One all around light.

D. No lights required.

A

D. No lights required.

154
Q

INLAND When power-driven vessels are in sight of one another on Inland waters, and meeting at a distance within half a mile of each other, each vessel underway, when maneuvering as authorized or required by these Rules, two short blasts to mean:

Select one:

A. I intend to leave you on my Port side.

B. I intend to leave you on my starboard side.

C. I am turning to Starboard

D. I am turning to Port.

A

B. I intend to leave you on my starboard side.

155
Q

While serving as Master on board your vessel, your license must be:

Select one:

A. Displayed in your home.

B. Kept in the Coast Guard office where you sat for your license.

C. In your possession on board the vessel.

D. Displayed in the company office on shore.

A

C. In your possession on board the vessel.

156
Q

When would it NOT be necessary to immediately notify the U.S. Coast Guard?

Select one:

A. Injury to a person which requires medical treatment beyond first aid.

B. Major damage affecting the seaworthiness of a vessel.

C. Damage amounting to $2,000.

D. Loss of life.

A

C. Damage amounting to $2,000.

157
Q

Where must the draft or loading marks be placed on a small passenger vessel?

Select one:

A. At each end of the vessel

B. Near the stern post or rudder post

C. On each side of the stem

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

158
Q

On small passenger vessels, when must watchmen patrol throughout the vessel to guard against and give alarm in case of fire or other danger?

Select one:

A. During the nighttime when the vessel carries overnight passengers

B. At all times outside normal work hours

C. At all times when the vessel is underway

D. When the rest of the crew is asleep

A

A. During the nighttime when the vessel carries overnight passengers

159
Q

A fill pipe for a gasoline tank on board a small passenger vessel must be ________.

Select one:

a. Arranged so neither liquid gasoline nor its vapors can overflow or escape inside the vessel
b. Terminated on the weather deck and extend to within one-half of its diameter from the bottom of the tank
c. Fitted with a suitably marked watertight deckplate or screw cap
d. All of the above

A

d. All of the above

160
Q

On board a small passenger vessel, fuel tank vents should ___________.

Select one:

A .Be connected at the highest point in the tank

B. Terminate in a U-bend fitted with a single corrosion resistant wire screen of at least 30x30 mesh

C. Be installed with an upward gradient to prevent fuel from being trapped in the line

D. All of the above

A

D. All of the above

161
Q

Which statement is TRUE concerning the number of portable fire extinguishers required in the pilothouse of a small passenger vessel?

Select one:

A. One B-I extinguisher is required

B. Two B-I extinguishers are required

C. One B-II extinguisher is required

D. None are required

A

A. One B-I extinguisher is required

162
Q

You are the Master on vessel “A”, and sight Vessel “B” 002R (Relative) of your Starboard. Bow. Checking Radar, you find the range decreasing. Which statement is true?

Select one:

A. Both are give way

B. You are give way

C. You are stand on

D. Both are stand on

A

A. Both are give way

Master/ Mate 25 - 100 GRT (10 decks)

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