Canadian Boating Exam Practice Quiz

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What should be done immediately before starting up the gasoline engine?

Check for leaks
Operate the vessel's engine compartment blower for at least four minutes
Start the engine immediately
Disconnect the battery

The correct answer is: Operate the vessel's engine compartment blower for at least four minutes

Before starting up a gasoline engine, it is important to operate the vessel's engine compartment blower for at least four minutes. This is to ensure that any built-up gasoline fumes in the engine compartment are safely ventilated before the engine is started. Checking for leaks (option A) is a good safety measure to take before operating any engine, but it is not as crucial as properly ventilating the engine compartment. Starting the engine immediately (option C) is not recommended as it can be dangerous if there are gasoline fumes present. Disconnecting the battery (option D) can also be a hazard as it can cause sparks which can ignite any gasoline fumes in the engine compartment. Therefore, option B is the best choice as it allows for proper ventilation and safety before starting the engine.