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Rules of the roadQuestion 161 of 352

Which two things affect safe speed because of how your boat handles?

  1. Fuel use and engine noise
  2. Hull color and boat age
  3. Anchor weight and rope length
  4. Stopping distance and turning ability
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Correct answer: Stopping distance and turning ability

Maneuverability, with special reference to stopping distance and turning ability, is a factor.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 83: Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.06 Safe speed (Rule 6)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026