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ASA 103 TEST NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM|
COMPLETE 150 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) GRADED
A+| ASA 103 EXAM REVIEW 2025|| NEW!!
Which type of cloud is likely to cause the most serious problem for sailors? - ANSWER - Cumulonimbus (High Vertical columns of clouds, especially with an avilshaped top)
On a weather map, winds are strongest when the isobars (lines of equal
pressure) are widely spaced: (true of false) - ANSWER - false
In the US, the National Weather Service issues Small Craft Advisories when forecast wind or sea conditions might prove hazardous (true or false) - ANSWER - True
The marine weather channels on VHF radio provide important weather
information in US waters: (true or false) - ANSWER - True
Rapidly falling barometric pressure is a sign of: - ANSWER - An
approaching storm
Which sail combination is most suited for heavy (20-33 kt) winds? - ANSWER - Reefed mainsail and small headsail
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pg. 2 Which sail combination is most suited for very light (5-8 kt) winds? - ANSWER - Full mainsail and genoa
The proper scope for overnight anchoring is generally: - ANSWER - 7:1
When anchoring in 16 feet of water with 4 feet of free- board (assume no tide) on a sandy bottom with a properly sized anchor, which rode length would be minimum for overnight anchoring? - ANSWER - 140 Feet
If you miss while attempting to pick up the mooring ball, you should: -
ANSWER - Sail or motor around and try again
What effect will propwalk have on a sailboat (with inboard engine and right-hand prop) when reverse gear is engaged? - ANSWER - Stern will move to port
Spring lines control ______ motion of a boat docked in a slip: -
ANSWER - Forward and Aft
Which is the proper sound signal for a sailboat under sail in reduced visibility? - ANSWER - One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts
What is the first action to be taken if the backstay fails? - ANSWER - Head upwind to remove strain from rigging 2 / 3
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pg. 3 What type of fire is a B-II extinguisher rated to extinguish? - ANSWER
- Petroleum-based (Fuel, Oil)
Navigation lights must be displayed between sunset and sunrise, and
during periods of reduced visibility: (true or false) - ANSWER - true
The Navigation Rules state that every vessel shall maintain a lookout: -
ANSWER - At all times
When it is obvious that a collision is imminent: - ANSWER - Execute
evasive action
If you discover oily wastes in the bilge you should: - ANSWER - Use
approved absorbent pads to collect the wastes
After alerting the crew, what is the next response upon finding the cabin filling with water? - ANSWER - Activate bilge pumps
What is the first response to make if you foul a line in the prop while motoring? - ANSWER - Shift to neutral
When using a smoke flare, you should: - ANSWER - Hold it low,
downwind, and away from the boat
To prevent unexpected engine failure it is important to: - ANSWER -
Perform a daily engine check
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