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Module 1 Pretest - Virginia

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1 In Virginia how old must a person be to operate a personal watercraft with an approved Boater Education Certificate?
a) 13 years old
b) 14 years old
c) 15 years old
d) 16 years old

2 Personal Watercraft may not be operated on Virginia waters between sunset and sunrise.
a) True
b) False

3 Who needs to wear a PFD while on Virginia waters?
a) Only riders under 18
b) Only passengers under 12
c) Only the passengers
d) All persons on board

4 A PWC may not be used to tow a person on water skis, aquaplanes or other similar devices unless:
a) The PWC has the capacity to carry 3 persons which includes the driver, a rear-facing observer
b) The operator has an accident-free boating record for the last three years
c) The PWC is specifically designed for skiing by the manufacturer
d) Only A & C

5 On all Virginia waters, a PWC may not be operated at a speed in excess of 6 knots within ___ feet of any shore, wharf, pier, bridge abutment or persons in the water.
a) 50
b) 100
c) 200
d) 300

6 On Virginia waters of the Atlantic Ocean, a PWC may not be operated within ___ feet of persons in the water and surf fishermen.
a) 50
b) 100
c) 200
d) 300






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