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Ability Areas

Learn about the most important abilities for Motorboat Operators. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each ability.

Importance*More Info
1.Control Precision70
2.Far Vision65
3.Spatial Orientation60
4.Peripheral Vision55
Manual Dexterity55
6.Glare Sensitivity50
Near Vision50
Gross Body Equilibrium50
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed
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Ability Area Scores

Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
70
59
Adjust a room light with a dimmer switchAdjust farm tractor controlsDrill a tooth
Far Vision
The ability to see details at a distance.
65
64
Read a roadside billboardFocus a slide projectorDetect differences in ships on the horizon
Spatial Orientation
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
60
55
Use the floor plan to locate a store in a mallFind your way through a dark room without hitting anythingNavigate an ocean voyage using only the positions of the sun and stars
Peripheral Vision
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
55
41
Keep in step while marching in a military formationBe aware of the location of your teammates while dribbling a basketballDistinguish friendly from enemy planes during air combat
Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
55
46
Screw a light bulb into a light socketPack oranges in crates as quickly as possiblePerform open heart surgery with surgical instruments
Glare Sensitivity
The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
50
54
Drive on a familiar road on a cloudy daySee boats on the horizon when sailingSnow ski in bright sunlight
Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
50
45
Read dials on the dashboard of a carRead the fine print of a legal documentDetect minor defects in a diamond
Gross Body Equilibrium
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
50
38
Stand on a ladderWalk on ice across a pondWalk on narrow beams in high-rise construction