Chartwork
1. If a yacht travels 7.5 nautical miles at 5 knots, how long does the leg take?
Time equals distance divided by speed: 7.5 / 5 = 1.5 hours, or 1 hour 30 minutes.
Mock exam practice
RYA Day Skipper mock exam: free mini mock
Use the free mini mock to see how mixed Day Skipper theory questions feel before opening the full timed mock. The questions are independently written for revision and are not official RYA exam questions or leaked answers.
The mock exam is included in full access with all modules, tools, and flashcards.
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Free 5-question mini mock
Check how mixed Day Skipper theory questions feel before opening the full 30-question mock. These are independent revision questions, not official papers, leaked questions, or answer keys.
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2. A sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel. Which vessel keeps clear?
The overtaking vessel keeps clear regardless of vessel type. Rule 13 overrides the normal hierarchy.
Meteorology
3. Beaufort Force 6 is described as what?
Force 6 is a strong breeze, around 22-27 knots. Conditions are boat and crew dependent, so use cautious judgement.
Tides
4. What is chart datum used for?
Charted depths are measured from chart datum. Height of tide is added to charted depth to estimate actual depth.
Nautical terms
5. When facing forward, which side is starboard?
Starboard is the right-hand side when facing the bow. Port is the left-hand side.
Use mock exams late in your revision
A mock exam is most useful once you have worked through the main syllabus. It tests switching between topics, which is harder than answering a set of questions from one module.
Treat the result as a map
The score matters, but the breakdown matters more. If the mock shows weak marks in tides or COLREGs, go back to those modules and practise before taking another run.
Reduce exam-day surprise
Timed mixed practice helps with pacing, reading questions carefully, and spotting the small details that often decide the answer.
Use answers as feedback, not shortcuts
Every explanation is there to show the rule, calculation, or decision behind the answer. That is more useful than memorising a set of answer keys.
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Useful resources to share or print
Day Skipper theory revision checklist
A one-page checklist for planning revision, checking exam readiness, and preparing for a practical course.
Download PDFCOLREGs lights and shapes quick reference
A compact reminder sheet for vessel hierarchy, navigation lights, day shapes, and sound signals.
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How many questions are in the mock exam?
The app uses a 30-question mixed mock exam drawn from the module question bank.
Does the mock exam replace the RYA exam?
No. It is independent revision practice. The real assessment must be taken through the proper RYA route.
What score should I aim for?
Use the mock as a readiness check. Aiming well above the pass boundary gives a better margin before the real assessment.
Are these RYA Day Skipper exam answers?
No. The mock uses independent revision questions and explanations. It is designed for practice, not as an official answer sheet or replacement for recognised assessment.
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