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Federal law and registrationQuestion 9 of 352

A boat under 26 feet is rented for noncommercial use for less than 7 days. Where may the certificate of number stay?

  1. With the dock master
  2. In the nearest town hall
  3. On shore with the owner or the owner's representative
  4. It must be on the boat
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Correct answer: On shore with the owner or the owner's representative

For short noncommercial rentals of small boats, the certificate may stay ashore.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 173: Vessel Numbering and Casualty and Accident Reporting, § 173.21 Certificate of number required

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026