Boating Safety Facts: Trivia Quiz!

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1.

"Drinking Alcohol will:
- A.
  
  Allow you to have more fun while boating
- B.
  
  Dramatically increase your chances of drowning while boating
- C.
  
  Help you relax while boating
- D.
  
  Allow you to catch more fish while boating
Correct Answer
B. Dramatically increase your chances of drowning while boating

Explanation
Drinking alcohol while boating dramatically increases the chances of drowning. Consuming alcohol impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction time, making it dangerous to operate a boat. It decreases alertness and increases the risk of accidents, falls overboard, and poor decision-making. Alcohol also affects balance and coordination, making it harder to swim and increasing the likelihood of drowning if someone falls into the water. Therefore, drinking alcohol while boating significantly raises the risk of drowning.

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2.

Properly-fitted life jackets are uncomfortable and should be avoided
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is false. Properly-fitted life jackets are designed to provide safety and protection in water activities. They are essential for buoyancy and can potentially save lives by keeping individuals afloat. While they may feel snug or restrictive, this is necessary to ensure that the life jacket stays securely in place during an emergency. It is important to prioritize safety over comfort when it comes to wearing life jackets.

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3.

Carbon monoxide has a "fruity" odor.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, making it difficult to detect. It is often referred to as the "silent killer" because it can be deadly if inhaled in high concentrations. Despite its potential harm, carbon monoxide does not have a fruity odor. This misconception may be due to the fact that some household items, such as certain cleaning products or air fresheners, emit fruity scents. However, it is important to note that these scents are not associated with carbon monoxide itself.

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4.

Of the people who died in a boating incident in 2009, more than _____ out of 10 drowned.
- A.
  
  7
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  9
Correct Answer
A. 7

Explanation
In the boating incident in 2009, out of every 10 people who died, 7 of them drowned. This suggests that the majority of the fatalities in the incident were a result of drowning.

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5.

When you are heading out on the water, keep these tips from the U.S Coast Guard in mind:
- A.
  
  Wear a properly-fitted life jacket
- B.
  
  Don't Drink
- C.
  
  Take a course
- D.
  
  Get a Vessel Safety Check
- E.
  
  Know about Carbon monoxide (CO)
- F.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
F. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above". This means that all of the tips mentioned by the U.S Coast Guard should be kept in mind when heading out on the water. These tips include wearing a properly-fitted life jacket, not drinking, taking a course, getting a Vessel Safety Check, and knowing about Carbon monoxide (CO). Following all of these tips will help ensure safety while on the water.

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6.

A competent adult is defined as a person:
- A.
  
  18 years or older who is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs and who is carrying proper identification.
- B.
  
  Well-dreessed
- C.
  
  Who had enough sleep the night before
- D.
  
  Who is very friendly
Correct Answer
A. 18 years or older who is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs and who is carrying proper identification.

Explanation
The correct answer is 18 years or older who is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs and who is carrying proper identification. This answer aligns with the definition of a competent adult provided in the question. It states that a competent adult must be 18 years or older, not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and have proper identification. The other characteristics mentioned in the question, such as being well-dressed, having enough sleep, or being friendly, are not relevant to the definition of a competent adult.

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7.

You do not have to pass a boating safety course if you are older than 21.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
If you are older than 21, you do not have to pass a boating safety course. The requirement to pass a boating safety course typically applies to individuals who are younger than 21 years old. Once a person reaches the age of 21, they are considered to be of legal age and are exempt from this requirement. Therefore, the statement is true.

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8.

A person must be at least _____ years of age in order to rent or lease a PWC.

Correct Answer
16

Explanation
A person must be at least 16 years of age in order to rent or lease a PWC. This age requirement is likely based on safety considerations and the ability to handle the responsibilities of operating a personal watercraft.

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9.

In the early stages, the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to:
- A.
  
  A bug bite
- B.
  
  A painful bruise
- C.
  
  Seasickness
- D.
  
  There are no symptoms in the early stages
Correct Answer
C. Seasickness

Explanation
In the early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning, the symptoms can be similar to seasickness. This is because both conditions can cause nausea, dizziness, and headache. Carbon monoxide is a toxic gas that is odorless and colorless, making it difficult to detect. When inhaled, it binds to the hemoglobin in red blood cells, reducing their ability to carry oxygen. This lack of oxygen can lead to symptoms such as nausea and dizziness, which are also commonly experienced by individuals who are seasick. Therefore, the similarity in symptoms between carbon monoxide poisoning and seasickness is the reason why the correct answer is seasickness.

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10.

The Vessel Safety Check is very expensive.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement "The Vessel Safety Check is very expensive" is false. This means that the Vessel Safety Check is not expensive.

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Boating Safety Facts: Trivia Quiz!

"Drinking Alcohol will:

Properly-fitted life jackets are uncomfortable and should be avoided

Carbon monoxide has a "fruity" odor.

Of the people who died in a boating incident in 2009, more than _____ out of 10 drowned.

When you are heading out on the water, keep these tips from the U.S Coast Guard in mind:

A competent adult is defined as a person:

You do not have to pass a boating safety course if you are older than 21.

A person must be at least _____ years of age in order to rent or lease a PWC.

In the early stages, the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to:

The Vessel Safety Check is very expensive.