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Which storage fault can cause cracks on the inner hull?

  1. Painting the hull too often
  2. Storing the boat on a trailer
  3. Poor covering and draining, so ice forms
  4. Washing the hull with fresh water
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Correct answer: Poor covering and draining, so ice forms

Ice can crack a hull that was not covered and drained well.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Old Boat Syndrome, page 68

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026