Chapter 2 Review Questions

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1. Fire extinguishers are required when engines are installed.

2. Pyrotechnic Visual Distress Signals must be approved, in serviceable condition, and readily accessible.

3. All boats using gasoline for electrical generation, mechanical power or propulsion are required to be equipped with a .

4. The exhaust of every internal combustion engine used on any motorized recreational vessel shall be effectively muffled at all times to prevent any excessive or unusual .

5. engines installed in a vessel after April 25, 1940, except outboard motors, must be equipped with an acceptable means of backfire flame control.

6. Vessels 39.4 feet/12 meters or more in length are required to carry on board a whistle or .

7.United States oceangoing vessels of 40 feet or longer, which are engaged in commerce or are equipped with a galley and berthing must have a written plan.

8. There must be a life jacket (Type I, II, or III or V) for each person on the boat, USCG approved, and of the appropriate size for the intended wearer.

9. life jackets are not allowed to be worn when operating or riding on a PWC.

10. The Type IV (throwable) personal flotation device (ring buoy/seat cushion) must be kept at all times when the boat is underway.