Safety Quiz

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1. The greatest cause of explosions on recreational boats is

      B. Gasoline fumes   

2. An accident involving damage exceeding $500 must be reported:

      B. Within 10 days   

3. To meet Federal requirements, life jackets [PFD's or Personal Flotation Devices] must be: 

   B. Coast Guard approved 

4. To meet Federal requirements for life jackets for children:   

   B. Children 13 years old and under must wear a life jacket at all times in an open boat  

5. The universal distress signal that requires no specific equipment is:  

   B. Waving both arms up and down  

6. A piece of safety equipment that is recommended by the Coast Guard Auxiliary but is not a Federal requirement is: 

   B. An anchor 

7. The principal cause of boating accidents is:   

   B. Failure to maintain a lookout   

8. The correct procedure to follow if your boat capsizes is:  

   B. Stay with the boat   

9. To help prevent pollution of the ocean, placards concerning water pollution and discharge of oil must be posted on: 

   B. Boats 26 feet or longer