QU 01: The minimum age a person may obtain an operator's certification to operate a motorboat on Alabama waters is 14 years.
TRUE FALSE NO ANSWER

QU 02: In order to legally tow a skier with a motorboat, other than a personal water craft, the motorboat must be equipped with at least:

1. an observer 12 years or older in addition to the operator
   
2. a wide area mirror of at least 78 sq in of viewing area.
   
3. BOTH 1 AND 2
4. EITHER 1 OR 2
5. NO ANSWER

QU 03: Alabama law requires a Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher:

1. On all inboard and inboard/outboard vessels
2. On all vessels with permanently installed fuel tanks
3. On all motorboats
4. BOTH 1 AND 3
5. BOTH 1 AND 2
6. NO ANSWER

QU 04:The correct registration number display for boats is:

1. AL1244WD
2. AL 1234 WD
3. AL 1234WD
4. AL1234 WD
5. NO ANSWER

QU 05: The operator of a vessel involved in an accident must report the accident and submit an accident report within 10 days if the accident results in:

1. Property damage in excess of $50.00
2. Injury requiring medical treatment
3. A fatality
4. ANY of the above
5. NO ANSWER

QU 06: Alabama law requires a vessel to be equipped with an emergency engine shut off switch if the vessel is less than 24 feet in length, with an open cockpit, and:

1. Powered with an outboard engine
2. Powered with less than 50 horsepower engine
3. Registered in Alabama
4. Powered with more than 50 horsepower engine
5. NO ANSWER

QU 07:When underway, if the operation of a vessel risks or endangers life, limb, or property, the operation is considered:

1. Acceptable if traffic is not congested.
2. Acceptable if the operator has successfully completed an approved boating safety course.
3. Reckless or careless operation (depending on severity)
4. Demonstrates a responsible boat operator.
5. NO ANSWER

QU 08: Alabama law requires a person to wear a USCG approved life preserver,securely fastened, if that person is:

1. On a boat within 800 feet below a navagation lock and dam or hydroelectric dam
2. Being towed by a vessel on skis or similar device
3. Under eight years old and not below decks or in a cabin.
4. All of above
5. NO ANSWER
   
   

   

QU 09: Alabama law concerning operating a boat under the influence of alcohol:

1. Is the same as for operating vehicles on Alabama roads or highways
2. Allows more lattitude because boating is not as danagerous as driving on highways
3. Does not apply to sailboats
4. Allows you to keep your boat operators privilege after a DUI conviction on a boat
5. NO ANSWER
   
   

   

QU 10: Alabama law PROHIBITS

1. Operating a vessel in which the operators's view forward is obstructed or impaired by persons or equipment
2. Giving permission to operate a vessel without required safety equipment or in violation of any other boating law.
3. Operating a vessel after april 28,1999, without an Operator's safety certification
4. All of above
5. NO ANSWER