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What does a slashing hand motion over the neck mean by a waterskiing participant

A slashing hand motion over the neck by a waterskiing participant means cut the motor or stop.

What should you always do when a person falls overboard

When a person falls overboard, you should always have someone keep the victim in sight.

When a person falls overboard

  • Throw a Lifebuoy
  • Shout "Man Overboard" Either to Port or Starboard.
  • Report to the Duty Officer.
  • Keep the victim in sight.
Whenever the boat is underway properly sized PFDs must be worn by children of what age in North Carolina

Whenever the boat is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children under 13 years of age in North Carolina.

What should a boater do with a float plan

A boater should leave a float plan for friends or family ashore.

What information is most important when passing near a lighthouse

Depth of water

What do courteous pwc operators always do

control speed,noise, and wake

When performing a self rescue when should you swim to shore

As the last resort

Which of the following is required equipment for personal watercraft

Fire extinguishers, emergency signaling devices, and PFD's.

What is a requirement for fire extinguishers on a boat

Must be Coast Guard approved

Which of the following is a good technique when using a fire extinguisher

Direct the extinguisher at the base of the flames using a sweeping motion

Which os the following is required to have a backfire flame arrestor

A boat with a gasoline inboard engine

What do you need to know when passing under a river bridge

Clearance height under the bridge

The Best way to prevent striking a swimmer with a moving boat propeller is to do what

Always turn off engine when A swimmer is reboarding

An engine cut off lanyard helps to reduce The risk of what

Striking a person in the water with a propeller

What is the primary responsibility for a vessel assisting a boat in distress

The primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress is keeping his/her vessel and him/herself out of danger.

Which is the following items are required on a 12 foot inflatable dinghy

Life Jacket

How many fire fire extinguishers are required aboard and 18 foot powerboat with installed fuel tanks

one

Which of the following is recommended maintenance for an inboard boat

Constant oil changes must be made. Periodic parts must be exchanged, especially those made of zinc. Debris accumulated in the engine must be removed. Search for possible leaks in the engine.

Which of the following is a symptom of cold shock

Rapid, uncontrolled breathing.

When hunting from a boat, what is the best way to maintain the boat's stability

Keep body weight low with gear distributed evenly.

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