Chapter 1 Review Questions

You have reached the end of Chapter 1. The questions below are for practice only. They have been selected to help you study and highlight some important information.

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1. The red navigation light is on the side of a boat.

2. The legal term means the boat is not moored at the dock, aground or anchored.

3. A(n) engine is a self-contained unit consisting of the power unit, transmission, and propulsion.

4. The placard is mounted near the driver's seat and shows the maximum number of persons and the horsepower rating for the boat.

5. The should be turned on for at least 4 minutes after refueling.

6. The hull identification number is located on the of the boat.

7. One way to minimize theft of your boat and its valuables is to keep it stored in a location.

8. The is the "flat vertical surface" of the stern.

9. When you first arrive at a boat ramp, you should pull off to the side and your boat for launching.

10. A float plan should be given to a or family member before you leave to go boating.