Alabama Boating Safety Course

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Review Questions for Chapter 6: Enjoying Water Sports With Your Boat

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1. As the operator of a vessel, you are responsible for ensuring that your passengers understand and .
2. Before allowing anyone to operate your PWC, you should remind them that power is .
3. To protect the environment, you should practice the three Rs—R , R , and R .
4. If you capsize in a canoe, kayak, or raft, you should stay on the side of the craft.
5. What are three river hazards that paddlers should avoid?
6. When picking up a skier, always keep them in view and on the side of the boat.
7. Identify the following water-skiing commands:
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8. In addition to a displayed diver-down flag, what indicates that a diver may be below the water's surface?
9. When passing under power lines and bridges, sailboat operators need to be aware of the .
10. Hunters who use vessels to get to their hunting spot should always wear their .
 
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