Bareboat Cruising sample Q's
Question 1 |
Gasoline fumes from stored gasoline for the dinghy outboard motor are:
Heavier than air | |
Flammable | |
A potential hazard on cruising boats | |
All the above Hint: Always store gasoline so it can vent over the side of the boat so fumes do not drain and collect in the interior of the boat. |
Question 2 |
Magnetic Variation: (mark all that apply)
Changes over time Hint: The magnetic pole that our compass looks is constantly moving.
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Differs by geographical location Hint: Variation is different in every area and is noted on the compass rose on the chart.
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Is the difference between true and magnetic Hint: True north is the north pole or the axis point that the earth revolves around. The magnetic pole is a different point that our compass looks at.
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Is also know as deviation Hint: Deviation is the difference between magnetic and a steering compass that is deviating due to other magnetic influences like magnetic fields created by metals or electronics. See Videos |
Question 3 |
The “Y” valve needs to be directed toward the holding tank in order to macerate the holding tank
True Hint: The "Y" valve is a valve to direct the waste from the toilet to either the holding tank or bypass the tank and directs it straight over the side.
The macerator is a separate system used to pump the contents of the holding tank overboard. | |
False Hint: See True for Hint - explanation |
Question 4 |
If the main engine belt fails, then the engine will probably overheat
True Hint: The main engine belt typically drives the closed water cooling system's water pump (coolant) and the alternator which charges the batteries | |
False |
Question 5 |
A vessel's range is determined using the following variables: (mark all that apply)
Cruising speed | |
Fuel capacity | |
Miles per gallon Hint: This is typical for finding a car's range | |
Gallons per hour |
Question 6 |
In planning a 30 mile crossing at a planned boat speed of 6 kts and a fuel consumption rate is 3/4 gallons per hour (GPH). The total fuel consumed (required) will be:
3.75 gallons Hint: 30 miles (nautical miles) at 6 kts (nautical miles per hour) will take 5 hours. 5 hours at 3/4 gallons every hour is figured by multiplying 5 x .75 galllons per hour is 3.75 gallons. SEE VIDEOS FOR EXPLINATION | |
5.0 gallons | |
6.7 gallons | |
12.0 gallons |
There are 6 questions to complete.
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