The rules can be confusing, but it's important that you follow them to the best of your ability.

Five of the most common rules deal with out-of-bounds, lost balls, unplayable lies, car paths and water hazards. Since these rules need some further explanation, I encourage you to download "A Summary of the Rules of Golf" on the "Rules and Etiquette" section of www.playgolfamerica.com.

Also, if you would like to download the detailed and official "Rules of Golf" book, log on to www.usga.org.  - http://www.knoxnews.com