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14. What does a safe recreational boater always do? A. keeps the boat surfaces clean and polished B. follows the current online boating blogs C. keeps sunscreen available to passengers D. reviews a pre-departure checklist 15. A backfire flame arrestor must be on each carburetor for recreational boats with which type of engine? A. inboard diesel B. enclosed gasoline C. outboard gasoline D. propane 16. When two personal watercraft are crossing at right angles, what should the craft on the right do? A. speed up and pass in front B. slow and pass to the rear C. put the craft in reverse D. maintain course and speed 17. Who is responsible for maintaining general boating courtesy that is essential for safe boating operation? A. swimmers B. boat operators

C. passengers D. marina staff 18. What do diamond-shaped markers indicate? A. regatta underway B. one-way traffic C. danger D. mooring buoy 19. What is the function of boat fenders? A. make the boat look good B. protect the outboard motor C. provide additional storage for passengers D. prevent damage to the hull of the boat and docks

20. What is an example of reckless or negligent operation of a vessel? A. riding on the bow or gunwale without the protection of railings B. docking at low tide on an unmarked floating buoy C. dumping fishing bait into the water while leaving the dock D. using the buddy system when swimming and towing 21. What prevents most propeller strikes? A. slowly weaving through swim areas at safe speeds B. adoption of strategies and passenger education about propeller safety C. using the reverse gear upon approaching persons in the water D. always wearing a life jacket while swimming alongside a moored vessel

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