Canadian Boating Exam Practice Quiz

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How does the number of fire extinguishers required on a boat primarily depend?

The length of the boat and type of appliances onboard
The color of the boat
The speed of the boat
The year the boat was made

The correct answer is: The length of the boat and type of appliances onboard

The number of fire extinguishers required on a boat primarily depends on the length of the boat and the type of appliances onboard. This is because larger boats and boats with more appliances are more at risk for fires and require more fire extinguishers to meet safety regulations. B, C, and D have no relevance to the amount of fire extinguishers needed on a boat. The color of the boat does not impact fire safety, the speed of the boat does not affect the likelihood of a fire, and the year the boat was made is not a factor in determining the number of fire extinguishers needed. Therefore, A is the most logical and accurate answer.