Question 1

PFDs

Accepted Answer

Personal Flotation Devices are required to be worn by all passengers on a vessel.

Question 2

Buoys

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Floating markers that indicate safe channels or warn of hazards.

Question 3

Hypothermia

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A potentially life-threatening condition caused by exposure to cold water or weather.

Question 4

Navigation lights

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Lights required to be displayed on a vessel during periods of low visibility.

Question 5

Alcohol

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Operating a boat under the influence of alcohol is illegal and dangerous.

Question 6

Vessel registration

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All motorized boats must be registered with the state of South Dakota.

Question 7

Fire extinguishers

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Required safety equipment on boats to control fires.

Question 8

No-Wake Zone

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An area where boats must operate at a slow speed to prevent damage or disturbance.

Question 9

Anchoring

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Securing a boat in place using an anchor.

Question 10

Carbon monoxide

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A colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly in enclosed spaces on boats.

Question 11

Boating under the influence

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Operating a boat while impaired by drugs or alcohol is against the law.

Question 12

Propeller

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The rotating blade of a boat's engine that propels it through the water.

Question 13

Bow

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The front part of a boat.

Question 14

Stern

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The rear part of a boat.

Question 15

Whistle

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A sound signaling device required on boats for communication and safety purposes.

Question 16

Vessel capacity

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The maximum number of people or weight a boat can safely carry.

Question 17

Navigation rules

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Guidelines for the safe operation of vessels on the water.

Question 18

VHF radio

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A communication device used by boaters to communicate with other vessels and authorities.

Question 19

Navigable waters

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Waterways that can be safely traveled by boats.

Question 20

Nautical charts

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Maps specifically designed for navigation on water.

Question 21

Wake

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The waves created by a moving boat.

Question 22

Sound signals

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Audible signals used to communicate intentions or warnings between vessels.

Question 23

Rapid river current

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Swift-moving water that can pose a danger to boaters.

Question 24

Jet skis

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Personal watercraft that have their propulsion systems.

Question 25

Boat trailer

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A vehicle used to transport a boat to and from the water.

Question 26

Buoyancy

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The ability of a boat to float in water.

Question 27

Dam

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A barrier built across a waterway to control the flow or raise the water level.

Question 28

Right-of-way

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The privilege of one vessel to proceed ahead of another in a crossing situation.

Question 29

Distress signals

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Signals used to indicate that a vessel is in trouble or requires assistance.

Question 30

Fish and Wildlife Conservation

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Responsible boating practices to protect the environment and wildlife.

Question 31

Water skiing

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A recreational activity where a person is pulled behind a boat while wearing skis.

Question 32

Life jackets

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Another term for Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) used to keep individuals afloat.

Question 33

Flare

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A pyrotechnic device used as a visual distress signal on a boat.

Question 34

Slip

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A designated space in a marina where a boat can be moored.

Question 35

Buoy system

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A network of floating markers used for navigation purposes.

Question 36

Fueling safety

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Proper procedures for fueling a boat to prevent accidents or fires.

Question 37

Scuba diving

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Underwater diving using a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Question 38

Waterway markers

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Signs and markers that guide boaters along a specific route.

Question 39

Marinas

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Facilities where boats can be docked or moored.

Question 40

Erosion

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The gradual wearing away of land by water, wind, or other natural forces.

Question 41

Marine charts

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Nautical maps that provide detailed information about waterways and coastal areas.

Question 42

Aquatic invasive species

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Non-native plants and animals that can harm the local ecosystem.

South Dakota Boating License Flashcards