Germany Boat Licence Practice Test (SBF See) 2026: الاختبار التدريبي 3

1. السؤال 1 من 20

   In fog, what sound signal does a power-driven vessel making way through the water give?

   • ANo signal; radar is enough
   • BThree short blasts every 10 minutes
   • CA bell rung every 5 minutes
   • DOne prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: D. One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes

   A power-driven vessel making way sounds one prolonged blast at least every two minutes in restricted visibility.

2. السؤال 2 من 20

   The stand-on vessel is in doubt whether the give-way vessel is acting. What signal does it give?

   • AOne prolonged blast
   • BLong-short-long
   • CAt least five short, rapid blasts
   • DTwo short blasts
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: C. At least five short, rapid blasts

   Five or more short blasts signal doubt or warning; the stand-on vessel then prepares a last-moment manoeuvre.

3. السؤال 3 من 20

   On German sea waterways, what does a starboard-side lateral mark look like?

   • ABlack and red buoy with two balls
   • BYellow buoy with a yellow cross
   • CRed, can-shaped buoy with a red cylinder topmark
   • DGreen, cone-shaped buoy or pole, with a green cone topmark pointing up
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   الإجابة: D. Green, cone-shaped buoy or pole, with a green cone topmark pointing up

   SeeSchStrO sign B.11: the starboard side is marked green, with conical buoys and a green cone topmark.

4. السؤال 4 من 20

   What does a port-side lateral mark look like on German sea waterways?

   • ARed, flat-topped (can) buoy or spar, with a red cylinder topmark
   • BGreen cone-shaped buoy
   • CWhite buoy with a red ball
   • DYellow and black buoy with two cones
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: A. Red, flat-topped (can) buoy or spar, with a red cylinder topmark

   SeeSchStrO sign B.11: the port side is marked red, with flat-topped (Stumpftonne) or spar buoys and a red cylinder topmark.

5. السؤال 5 من 20

   Lateral buoys on the starboard side of a German fairway carry which numbers?

   • ANo numbers at all
   • BEven numbers, counted from the sea
   • CLetters A to Z
   • DOdd numbers, counted from the sea
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: D. Odd numbers, counted from the sea

   Starboard marks have continuous odd numbers and port marks even numbers, both counted from seaward.

6. السؤال 6 من 20

   You come in from the sea. On which side do you leave the red buoys?

   • AOn your port (left) side
   • BYou pass between two red buoys
   • COn your starboard (right) side
   • DEither side
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: A. On your port (left) side

   Red marks show the port side of the fairway as seen when entering from the sea, so keep them to port.

7. السؤال 7 من 20

   A buoy is black above yellow with two black cones pointing up. What is it?

   • AA port-side lateral mark
   • BA north cardinal mark: the safe water is to the north
   • CA south cardinal mark
   • DAn isolated danger mark
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: B. A north cardinal mark: the safe water is to the north

   North cardinal: black over yellow, two cones pointing up. Pass on its north side.

8. السؤال 8 من 20

   A buoy is yellow above black with two black cones pointing down. On which side do you pass it?

   • AOn its north side
   • BOn its east side
   • COn its south side
   • DEither side
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: C. On its south side

   This is a south cardinal mark. The safe water lies to the south of it.

9. السؤال 9 من 20

   What does a black buoy with a broad red band and two black balls on top mean?

   • AThe start of a fairway
   • BAn isolated danger with safe water all around it
   • CA swimming area
   • DA safe place to anchor
   أظهر الإجابة

   الإجابة: B. An isolated danger with safe water all around it

   Isolated danger marks (B.15.5) sit on a small hazard; you can pass on any side, but keep clear of the mark itself.

10. السؤال 10 من 20

    Which lifejacket class does the DGzRS describe as suitable for all waters and unconscious-safe?

    • A50 N
    • B100 N
    • C25 N
    • D150 N
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. 150 N

    150 N jackets turn the wearer face up and suit all waters; 275 N is for offshore and heavy clothing.

11. السؤال 11 من 20

    How often must an inflatable lifejacket be serviced?

    • ANever, if it has not been used
    • BOnly after it has inflated
    • CEvery 10 years
    • DAs the maker says, and at least every 2 years
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. As the maker says, and at least every 2 years

    Inflatable lifejackets need servicing per the manufacturer's instructions and at least every two years.

12. السؤال 12 من 20

    Which VHF channel is used for a MAYDAY distress call to Bremen Rescue?

    • AChannel 16 (or the DSC button, which alerts on channel 70)
    • BAny channel; it does not matter
    • CChannel 99
    • DChannel 1
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: A. Channel 16 (or the DSC button, which alerts on channel 70)

    The German rescue centre MRCC Bremen listens on VHF channel 16 and channel 70 for DSC alerts.

13. السؤال 13 من 20

    What should you say first in a distress call after MAYDAY and the boat's name?

    • AThe price of the boat
    • BYour home address
    • CYour exact position and what the emergency is
    • DThe weather forecast
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: C. Your exact position and what the emergency is

    Rescuers need your position and the nature of the emergency to send help quickly.

14. السؤال 14 من 20

    Someone falls overboard. What is the first thing a crew member should do?

    • AKeep the person in sight and point at them, and throw a lifebuoy
    • BJump in after them at once
    • CTurn off all lights
    • DLook for the boat's papers
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: A. Keep the person in sight and point at them, and throw a lifebuoy

    Keep constant visual contact, throw something that floats and press the MOB/POB button. Then send MAYDAY.

15. السؤال 15 من 20

    When you reach a person in the water with your motorboat, what must you avoid?

    • AWearing a lifejacket yourself
    • BThrowing them a line
    • CTalking to them
    • DApproaching with the propeller turning
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. Approaching with the propeller turning

    A turning propeller can cause severe injuries. Stop or idle the engine when you reach the person.

16. السؤال 16 من 20

    Which distress signal should you use by day?

    • AFlashing the deck lights
    • BA white rocket
    • CA green flare
    • DAn orange smoke signal
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. An orange smoke signal

    The DGzRS advises orange smoke by day and red flares or rockets at night. Never fire rockets near helicopters.

17. السؤال 17 من 20

    What should you do before refuelling a boat?

    • ASmoke only on the far side of the boat
    • BStop the engine, avoid electric switches and keep flames away
    • CKeep the engine running to save time
    • DFill the tank until it overflows
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: B. Stop the engine, avoid electric switches and keep flames away

    Petrol vapour can explode. Stop the engine, avoid sparks and open flames, and do not let fuel spill.

18. السؤال 18 من 20

    Why is a gas (propane or butane) leak on a boat so dangerous?

    • AThe gas is heavier than air, collects low in the boat and can explode
    • BIt makes the engine run faster
    • CIt is lighter than air and escapes at once
    • DIt only smells bad
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: A. The gas is heavier than air, collects low in the boat and can explode

    Liquid gas sinks into the bilge and forms explosive mixtures. Shut it off, ventilate and avoid switches and phones.

19. السؤال 19 من 20

    While under way, which engine readings should you keep an eye on?

    • ANothing; modern engines need no checks
    • BOnly the clock
    • COnly the fuel price
    • DEngine temperature, oil pressure and battery charging
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. Engine temperature, oil pressure and battery charging

    Watching temperature, oil pressure and charging warns you of faults before the engine fails.

20. السؤال 20 من 20

    Why should you keep well away from reed beds when boating?

    • AThey hide speed cameras
    • BThey are always private property
    • CReeds damage the engine
    • DThey are often breeding and resting places for protected birds and fish
    أظهر الإجابة

    الإجابة: D. They are often breeding and resting places for protected birds and fish

    Reed beds and thick bank plants are important habitats, so stay well clear.

لوحة المفاتيح: 1–4 للإجابة، وEnter للسؤال التالي.

الاختبار الحقيقي: At least 5 of 7 basic and 18 of 23 sea-specific multiple-choice questions, plus at least 7 of 9 on the navigation task. Each part is marked separately.