Motorboat Operator's License Course

Module 1	Motorboat Operator Practice Test
Unit 1	Motorboat Operator's License Course - Practice Test

Sample demo test – you must be logged in to take the test.

Demo version

To move on to the next stage, you must correctly answer at least 10 out of 19 questions below (minimum 50%) Single-choice test. One of the three answers is correct. Select the right one.

Question 1: The symbol shown on the synoptic chart represents:

a cold front
a warm front
snowfall

Question 2: Which of the following signs indicates improving weather?

increased wind strength in the evening and at night
a rainbow in the morning or before noon
cumulus clouds disappearing in the evening

Question 3: On hearing a “Mayday” message on the VHF radio, you should:

greet in accordance with sailing custom and also wish them a nice day
change the channel or turn off the radio so as not to break the rule of confidentiality of communication between vessels
pay attention to the message and make a note of the information conveyed

Question 4: If someone falls overboard, the first thing you should do is:

send the crew member who swims best to the rescue
throw a lifebuoy or other rescue device
make it clear that a “man overboard” drill will be conducted

Question 5: The SOS distress signal is:

three short beeps, three long beeps and three short beeps
three long beeps, three short beeps and three long beeps
a series of short beeps ending with one long beep

Question 6: A motorboat helmsman license entitles the holder to:

operating motor yachts (up to 12 metres hull length) on sea waters
operating motor yachts (up to 18 metres hull length) on sea waters but only within 2 nautical miles from the shore (and on internal sea waters)
operating motor yachts (up to 12 metres hull length) on sea waters within 2 nautical miles from the shore (and on internal sea waters)

Question 7: What light should a small motor-powered vessel up to 7 m in length show?