Oregon Boater Education Card Practice Test 2026：第6套练习测试

1. 第1题，共20题

   You are returning from sea. On which side should you keep this green buoy?

   • AOn your port (left) side
   • BOn your starboard (right) side
   • COn either side
   • DDirectly ahead of you
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   答案: A. On your port (left) side

   Green lateral markers mark the port side of the channel when you return from sea. Keep them on your left.

2. 第2题，共20题

   A person goes missing from your boat. Who must you notify right away?

   • AThe nearest state boating authority
   • BThe company that built your boat
   • CNobody until the written report is due
   • DYour insurance company only
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   答案: A. The nearest state boating authority

   For a death or a missing person, notify the nearest state boating authority immediately, then file the written report.

3. 第3题，共20题

   In a narrow channel, which side should you keep to?

   • AThe starboard (right) side
   • BWhichever side has less traffic
   • CThe center of the channel
   • DThe port (left) side
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   答案: A. The starboard (right) side

   In a narrow channel, keep as near to the outer edge on your starboard side as is safe.

4. 第4题，共20题

   Your boat is 40 feet long and you operate on U.S. inland waters. What document must you keep on board?

   • AA copy of the boat's insurance policy
   • BA copy of the Navigation Rules
   • CA map of every state you will visit
   • DA list of marinas with fuel
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   答案: B. A copy of the Navigation Rules

   Operators of vessels 12 meters (39.4 feet) or longer must keep a copy of the Navigation Rules on board on inland waters.

5. 第5题，共20题

   What is the maximum federal criminal penalty for boating under the influence?

   • AA written warning, with no fine
   • BUp to $5,000, one year in prison, or both
   • CLoss of your car driver license only
   • DA fine of up to $50 and a short class
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   答案: B. Up to $5,000, one year in prison, or both

   Federal BUI penalties include a civil penalty of up to $1,000, or a criminal penalty of up to $5,000, one year in prison, or both.

6. 第6题，共20题

   Your boat is 14 feet long and you are on coastal waters. Which visual distress signals are required?

   • ADay and night signals at all times on the water
   • BNo signals at any time, because it is under 16 feet
   • CDay signals only, when out between sunrise and sunset
   • DNight signals, when out between sunset and sunrise
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   答案: D. Night signals, when out between sunset and sunrise

   Boats under 16 feet are exempt from day signal requirements but must carry night signals when operating from sunset to sunrise.

7. 第7题，共20题

   How often should you inspect your fire extinguishers?

   • AEvery 5 years
   • BMonthly
   • CNever, if the seal is intact
   • DOnly after a fire
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   答案: B. Monthly

   Inspect extinguishers monthly. If the label lists a minimum weight, weigh them once a year.

8. 第8题，共20题

   When must the operator of a covered boat use the engine cut-off switch link?

   • AOnly when towing a skier or a tube
   • BWhen on plane or above displacement speed
   • COnly when docking at a marina or ramp
   • DOnly when operating after dark
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   答案: B. When on plane or above displacement speed

   Since April 1, 2021, operators of covered boats must use the engine cut-off switch link when running on plane or above displacement speed.

9. 第9题，共20题

   Which check is part of keeping a fire extinguisher "good and serviceable"?

   • AThe gauge is in the operable range and the pin is in place
   • BThe extinguisher has been tested by using it once
   • CThe label has been removed so it fits the bracket
   • DThe nozzle is taped shut to keep out dirt
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   答案: A. The gauge is in the operable range and the pin is in place

   A serviceable extinguisher has its gauge in the operable range, its lock pin in place, a clear nozzle and no serious corrosion or damage.

10. 第10题，共20题

    What does this buoy with red and white vertical stripes mark?

    • ASafe water, such as the middle of a channel
    • BA place where boats may not go
    • CA swimming area
    • DA wreck or rock to stay away from
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    答案: A. Safe water, such as the middle of a channel

    Safe water markers have red and white vertical stripes. They mark safe water all around, often a fairway or mid-channel.

11. 第11题，共20题

    When is an operator NOT required to use the engine cut-off switch link?

    • AWhen there are passengers on board
    • BWhen the water is calm
    • CWhen the main helm is inside an enclosed cabin
    • DWhen the boat is going faster than 20 mph
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    答案: C. When the main helm is inside an enclosed cabin

    The requirement does not apply when the main helm is inside an enclosed cabin. It is also not needed at slow speeds such as docking or trolling.

12. 第12题，共20题

    You are alone in cold water wearing a life jacket and cannot climb out. What should you do?

    • ASplash and kick constantly to stay visible
    • BTake off your life jacket so you can move freely
    • CSwim hard in circles to keep your body warm
    • DFold your arms, cross your legs and float still
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    答案: D. Fold your arms, cross your legs and float still

    The Heat Escape Lessening Posture (HELP) reduces heat loss. Swim only if safety is very close.

13. 第13题，共20题

    Which light does a boat show when anchored at night?

    • AAn all-round red light
    • BIts red and green sidelights
    • CAn all-round white light
    • DA flashing yellow light
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    答案: C. An all-round white light

    A vessel at anchor shows an all-round white light at night and a black ball by day.

14. 第14题，共20题

    This white buoy with a blue band is a mooring buoy. What is it for?

    • AWarning of a hidden rock
    • BMarking the right side of a channel
    • CMarking a no-wake zone
    • DTying up or securing a boat
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    答案: D. Tying up or securing a boat

    Mooring buoys are white with a horizontal blue band. They are made for boats to tie up to.

15. 第15题，共20题

    Is it legal to tie your boat to a navigation buoy?

    • ANo, it is dangerous and illegal
    • BYes, if you stay less than an hour
    • CYes, if the buoy is green
    • DYes, but only in daylight
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    答案: A. No, it is dangerous and illegal

    Do not tie up to aids to navigation. It is dangerous and illegal, and it can hide the aid from other boaters.

16. 第16题，共20题

    A collision causes $3,000 in damage but no injuries. How soon must it be reported?

    • AWithin 10 days
    • BIt does not need to be reported
    • CWithin 2 hours
    • DWithin 48 hours
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    答案: A. Within 10 days

    Accidents with damage only (of $2,000 or more) must be reported within 10 days.

17. 第17题，共20题

    What kind of numbers do red nun buoys like this carry?

    • AOdd numbers
    • BEven numbers
    • CLetters only
    • DNo numbers
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    答案: B. Even numbers

    Red lateral markers carry even numbers, and the numbers increase as you head in from sea.

18. 第18题，共20题

    A friend lifts your life jacket at the shoulders and it stays below your chin. What does this show?

    • AIt fits properly
    • BIt is the wrong color
    • CIt is too loose
    • DIt needs to be inflated
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    答案: A. It fits properly

    A properly fitted life jacket stays in place when lifted at the shoulders. If it rides up over your chin or ears, it is too loose.

19. 第19题，共20题

    You row a small rowboat after dark. What light do you need?

    • AA flashing blue light on the stern
    • BA white flashlight or lantern, ready to show
    • CNo light, because it has no motor
    • DA red light mounted on the bow
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    答案: B. A white flashlight or lantern, ready to show

    Vessels under oars may show sailing vessel lights, or must have a white flashlight or lantern ready to show.

20. 第20题，共20题

    In this diagram, what color is the port sidelight (light 1)?

    • AYellow
    • BWhite
    • CGreen
    • DRed
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    答案: D. Red

    The port sidelight is red and the starboard sidelight is green.

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