Question

1. how should you pass a fishing boat?

a. at normal cruising speed when within 100 yards

b. slowly on the upwind side of the fishing boat

c. with minimum wake and well away from fishing lines

d. as quickly as possible to avoid making a large wake

Explanation:

Analyze the question and options

The question asks how a vessel should pass a fishing boat.

• Option A suggests passing at normal cruising speed within 100 yards, which can create a dangerous wake and disrupt fishing.
• Option B suggests passing slowly on the upwind side, which is not a standard general rule and does not address fishing lines.
• Option C suggests passing with minimum wake and well away from fishing lines. This is the safest and most courteous practice to avoid tangling lines or rocking the fishing vessel.
• Option D suggests passing as quickly as possible, which actually increases wake size for most displacement or semi-displacement hulls.

Determine the correct practice

Safe boating guidelines state that when passing near fishing vessels, you should slow down to minimize your wake and keep a wide berth to avoid running over fishing lines or disturbing the anglers. Therefore, Option C is the correct choice.

Answer:

• A. at normal cruising speed when within 100 yards
• B. slowly on the upwind side of the fishing boat
• C. with minimum wake and well away from fishing lines (Correct answer)
• D. as quickly as possible to avoid making a large wake