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California Boating
A Course for Safe Boating
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Final Exam
30. What is the minimum unsupervised age for operating a motorboat of more than
15 horsepower?
A. 12
B. 16
C. 18
D. 21
31. What will happen when a personal watercraft operator properly uses a lanyard attached to a
cut off switch?
A. the vessel engine will stop when the operator falls overboard
B. the vessel will shift into reverse when the operator falls overboard
C. the vessel will continue forward when the operator falls overboard
D. an alarm will sound when the operator falls overboard
32. Which safety precaution should you follow when fishing aboard a boat?
A. stand up to cast
B. stay as far from shore as possible
C. keep your catch in the tackle box
D. distribute gear evenly in the boat
33. Which agency must approve life jackets?
A. the PFD Manufacturers’ Association
B. the Underwriter’s Laboratories
C. the Coast Guard
D. the National Transportation Safety Board
34. When properly worn, which is a characteristic of a well-fitted life jacket?
A. it restricts your breathing
B. it can be seen from 100 feet away
C. it prevents hypothermia
D. it will not lift up to cover your ears
35. Which boats are required to carry one Type IV throwable flotation device?
A. all boats regardless of length
B. canoes, kayaks and sailboards
C. boats 16 feet in length and over
D. personal watercraft
36. What increases the detrimental effects of alcohol use while boating?
A. the smell of fish and salt water
B. excessive food
C. oil and gas leaks
D. sun, wind, and waves
37. When can a PWC be operated at night in California?
A. always
B. never
C. spring and summer seasons
D. if the boat has navigation lights