Question 1

Age requirement for operating a powered vessel in Yukon

Accepted Answer

16 years

Question 2

Maximum speed limit on Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

10 km/h within 30 meters of shore

Question 3

Navigation lights required for powered vessels during nighttime

Accepted Answer

Red and green sidelights, white stern light

Question 4

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for operating a vessel in Yukon

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Question 5

Distance to maintain from a swimmer when operating a vessel

Accepted Answer

At least 30 meters

Question 6

What should you do when encountering a vessel coming towards you head-on

Accepted Answer

Alter course to starboard (right)

Question 7

Required safety equipment for a powered vessel in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Personal flotation devices (PFDs), sound signaling device, buoyant heaving line

Question 8

Navigation rule when two power-driven vessels are crossing paths

Accepted Answer

The vessel on the right has the right of way

Question 9

Definition of "buoy"

Accepted Answer

A floating object that marks a specific location in the water

Question 10

What do yellow buoys indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Exclusion zone or restricted area

Question 11

Definition of "port"

Accepted Answer

The left side of a vessel when facing forward

Question 12

What do orange and white buoys indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Controlled or restricted areas

Question 13

Required equipment for all vessels in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Throwable flotation device, paddle or oars

Question 14

Navigation rule when a power-driven vessel approaches a sailing vessel

Accepted Answer

The power-driven vessel should give way to the sailing vessel

Question 15

Definition of "starboard"

Accepted Answer

The right side of a vessel when facing forward

Question 16

What do green buoys indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Safe passage or open areas

Question 17

What is the maximum allowed blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for novice drivers operating a vessel in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Zero tolerance

Question 18

Navigation rule when overtaking another vessel

Accepted Answer

The vessel being overtaken has the right of way

Question 19

Definition of "beam"

Accepted Answer

The maximum width of a vessel

Question 20

What do red buoys indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Danger or prohibited areas

Question 21

Required safety equipment for all vessels in Yukon

Accepted Answer

A bailer or bilge pump

Question 22

Navigation rule when a vessel is approaching a blind bend or corner

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and proceed with caution

Question 23

Definition of "headway speed"

Accepted Answer

The minimum speed required to maintain steerage and control

Question 24

What does a dive flag indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Divers are in the water, keep clear

Question 25

Required safety equipment for a canoe or kayak in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Paddle float, whistle, buoyant heaving line

Question 26

Definition of "transom"

Accepted Answer

The flat, vertical surface at the rear of a vessel

Question 27

What does a black and white checkered flag indicate in Yukon waterways

Accepted Answer

Race or regatta in progress, stay clear

Question 28

Required safety equipment for a sailboat in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Sailing knife, radar reflector

Question 29

Definition of "draft"

Accepted Answer

The depth of a vessel below the waterline

Question 30

What should you do when encountering a vessel on your starboard side

Accepted Answer

Maintain course and speed, yield to the vessel on your starboard

Question 31

Required safety equipment for a personal watercraft (PWC) in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Lanyard-type engine cutoff switch, rearview mirror

Question 32

Navigation rule when approaching a bridge or narrow passage

Accepted Answer

Yield to larger vessels and pass with caution

Question 33

Definition of "stern"

Accepted Answer

The rear part of a vessel

Question 34

What should you do when encountering a vessel on your port side

Accepted Answer

Alter course to starboard (right) to pass safely.

Question 35

Required safety equipment for a personal watercraft (PWC) in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Lanyard-type engine cutoff switch, rearview mirror

Question 36

Navigation rule when entering or leaving a marina or dock

Accepted Answer

Proceed at a no-wake speed

Question 37

Definition of "hull"

Accepted Answer

The main body of a vessel, excluding the deck and superstructure

Question 38

What should you do when encountering a vessel displaying a flashing blue light

Accepted Answer

Slow down, be cautious, and yield the right of way

Question 39

Required safety equipment for a motorized sailboat in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Fire extinguisher, ventilation system

Question 40

Navigation rule when operating a vessel near a swimming area

Accepted Answer

Operate at a safe speed and keep a close lookout

Question 41

Definition of "mast"

Accepted Answer

A tall, vertical pole or spar that supports the sails of a sailboat

Question 42

What should you do if you witness a boating accident

Accepted Answer

Stop and render assistance if possible, and report the accident to the authorities

Question 43

Required safety equipment for a fishing boat in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Anchors, appropriate fishing gear, navigation lights

Question 44

Navigation rule when operating a vessel near a diver-down flag

Accepted Answer

Maintain a safe distance and operate at a no-wake speed

Question 45

Definition of "keel"

Accepted Answer

The central structural element along the bottom of a vessel that provides stability

Question 46

What should you do when encountering a vessel towing a water skier

Accepted Answer

Maintain a safe distance and pass at a no-wake speed

Question 47

Required safety equipment for a pontoon boat in Yukon

Accepted Answer

Navigation lights, appropriate seating and railings

Question 48

Navigation rule when approaching a ferry or commercial vessel

Accepted Answer

Give the ferry or commercial vessel a wide berth and avoid crossing its path

Question 49

Definition of "trim"

Accepted Answer

Adjusting the distribution of weight and balance in a vessel to optimize performance and stability

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