Boater Ed Ch. 2 Review

What information is displayed on a capacity plate of an outboard powerboat? Check all that apply

• Capacity in pounds

• Number of people

• Recommended maximum horsepower

• Number of gallon the fuel tank will hold

What things should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing? Check all that apply

• Vessel description

• Names, numbers, and address of passengers

• Trip plan

• What food you are taking

What should once you're done filling your vessel with gas?

• Wipe up any spills

• Start the boat as soon as your done fueling

• Leave the gas cap off

• Spill gas in the water

A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is _______ out, ______in, and ________in reserve.

If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than ________of the recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer.

• 10

• 40

• 90

• 70

"Tongue weight" is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that_________.

• Presses down on the towing hitch

• Is on the trailer

• Needs to be removed

• Can crush your vehicle

When attaching the two safety chains to your vehicle, what pattern should they make?

• Y

• U

• I

• X

Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer?

• In the water

• At the boat ramp

• Well away from the boat ramp

• As you're driving to the lake

What type of maintenance should be done on your vessel? Check all that apply

• Keep well tuned

• Check oil levels

• Change oil

• Check batteries

• Keep all tie downs loose

What are the basic engine type? Check all that apply.

• Inboard

• Stern

• Outboard

• Jet Drives