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Would polypropylene line be good for a anchor on a boat?

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There are a few things to consider when determining if polypropylene line would be good for an anchor on a boat. First, polypropylene line is not as strong as other types of rope, so it may not be able to hold the anchor in place in rough conditions. Second, polypropylene line is not as durable as other types of rope and may break down over time. Finally, polypropylene line is not as buoyant as other types of rope, so it may not float as well and could sink.

Which of the the following is a requirement for PFDs?

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They must be properly sized for the intended wearer

Where on boat are registration numbers?

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On the forward half of the vessel.

What should you do immediately if a boat motors catches fire?

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You have to first, shut off the enging, then use an extinguisher to put it out.

Which safety precautions should be taken by a boat operator when boating in stormy weather?

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Make sure all aboard are wearing USCG-approved PFDs.

You see a white buoy with a orange crossed diamond and black lettering What does this marker tell you?

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You are anchoring your boat. The water is 20 feet deep. How much anchor line should you use?

What factor determines boats required equipment?

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the length of the boat

What is one meaning of a single prolonged blast of a horn?

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In the maritime environment, it mean several things:

1. In restricted visibility it means the vessel is making way through the water.

2. A vessel approaching a blind bend in a river can sound one prolonged blast on the ships' whistle to alert any other vessels to its presence, if another vessel is nearby then they will respond with one prolonged blast on the ships' whistle.

What precaution should you take while towing trailered boat?

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Make sure the boat is secured to the trailer and that all lights are working. Do not use excessive speed, and avoid sudden stops or turns.

What is a light boat?

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Kayak

What are the rules for Red buoys under inland rules?

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If they are under an island they are no use at all.

What is being transported by the barge the vessel pulled by tugboats?

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Such a vessel can transport just about anything, as long as the barge has enough space and carrying capacity.

What of boat requires navigation lights?

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all boats operating between sunset and sunrise. - jr

What is it called when a boat operator deliberately puts a person or property at risk?

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Negligent Operation.

operating a boat in a reckless manner is negligent or grossly negligent operation of a vessel and is against the law. If it interferes with the safe operation of the vessel, and endangers lives and property the Coast Guard may fine the operator with a civil penalty for negligent operation.

Grossly negligent operation is a criminal offense and an operator may be fined up to $5,000, or jailed for up to a year, or both.

What is a major danger of anchoring a fishing boat from the stern?

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Capsizing due to water coming over the transom - the back of the boat. Wind pushes the boat away from the anchor. When the boat is anchored from the bow, this allows the boat to cut through the waves just as when you are underway. When anchored from the stern, waves hit the back of the boat and enter the boat.

What is a vessel under sail?

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fok j00

What is a tier of oars?

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a bank

Where were boats invented?

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technically the first was invented in 1787 by John Fitch in Pennsylvania. However, Robert Fulton (Clermont 1807) refined the steamboat so that explosions were less likely and was used for passenger service. that was in NY

When were boats made?

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The first steam-powered boat was a paddle steamer built in France but the idea was not developed any further. Similar boats were made in 1785 in Philadelphia and in Scotland. But, commercially viable steamboats were not made until the beginning of the 19th century.

How long does it take from the UK to sydney on a boat?

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In 1975, it took 5 weeks to do the trip in the opposite direction, i.e. Sydney to Southampton, UK; It probably has not changed much since then. It took 6 weeks in 1966 to come through the Panama Canal via Tahiti and New Zealand, but faster ships were doing the voyage through the Suez Canal to Australia in about 4 weeks.

Speed of a fishing boat?

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That depends on the boat. Although a ship, the USS Ronald Reagan has an unclassified top speed of 35+ mph. The world record is held by Ken Warby of Australia in the Spirit of Australia, 8 October 1978, at 317.58 mph.