Which of the following statements is NOT true with respect to the Department of Homeland Securitys Annual Performance Report?

Question 1
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Future funding for U.S. transportation security efforts is likely to be constrained by both overall budgetary pressures and the need to replace existing technologies and systems.
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True
False
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Question 2
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Passenger aviation security fees were increased as part of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013, but only part of the additional proceeds was specifically designated for aviation security.
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True
False
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Question 3
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In a 2011 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled that the government must suspend deployment of Advanced Imaging Technology screening equipment because these deployments violated the Fourth Amendments prohibition of unreasonable searches.
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True
False
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Question 4
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After a number of setbacks, in 2011-2012 agreement was finally reached between DHS and the European Union that allows for the transfer of Passenger Name Record (PNR) data on flights between EU member countries and the U.S.
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True
False
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Question 5
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The 2012 DHS Privacy Impact Assessment of the proposed continued exemption of Automated Targeting System records from certain privacy protections did not disclose any potential privacy concerns arising from the proposal.
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True
False
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Question 6
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Since 2007, DHS has utilized a form of benefit-cost analysis called break-even analysis in which a regulation is deemed cost-effective when the benefits calculated by determining the net loss reduction achieved by the regulation exceed the break-even point with respect to anticipated costs.
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True
False
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Question 7
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TSAs mission is to maximize transportation security in response to evolving threats while protecting passengers privacy and facilitating the flow of legal commerce.
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True
False
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Question 8
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The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board
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Opposed deployment of Advanced Imaging Technology screening equipment.
FalseWas expeditiously constituted in the aftermath of the 9/11 hijackings.
Is selected by TSA.
Has had limited involvement in transportation security issues.
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Question 9
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The mission of the DHS Privacy Office includes each of the following EXCEPT
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Enforcing privacy protections in all federal programs.
Enforcing privacy protections in all DHS programs.
Ensuring that privacy considerations are addressed in the planning or updating of any DHS program, system or initiative.
Ensuring that technologies used at DHS do not reduce privacy protections.
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Question 10
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What is the Roadmap to Secure Control Systems in the Transportation Sector?
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Mandatory security standards developed by DHS and applied to transportation system owners and operators
A voluntary framework of goals and metrics for attaining continuous improvement of the cybersecurity of transportation control systems
A plan for improving the security of highway infrastructure and motor carriers
An international agreement for the enforcement of security standards for cyber systems
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Question 11
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Which of the following statements is NOT true with respect to the Department of Homeland Securitys Annual Performance Report?
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It presents the departments performance measures, targets and results.
It discusses the departments priority objectives.
Most of its transportation security-related measures concern commercial aviation and air cargo.
Most of the measures assess program effectiveness or outcomes.
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Question 12
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The term used by some to refer to security measures that make people feel more secure without actually improving security is
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Security theater.
Deterrence.
Never again.
All of these
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Question 13
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Which of the following statements best describes the results of late 2010 surveys of American public opinion on new checkpoint security measures?
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The public supported the use of full-body screening equipment but opinion was divided on the use of enhanced pat-downs for those who decline to be screened by such equipment.
The public was mostly undecided on the use of both full-body screening equipment and enhanced pat-downs.
The public opposed the use of both full-body screening equipment and enhanced pat-downs.
The public supported the use of enhanced pat-downs for those who decline to be screened by full-body screening equipment, but opinion was divided on whether such equipment should be used.
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Question 14
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TSA established the Electronic Baggage Screening Program to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of checkpoint screening equipment for carry-on baggage.
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True
False
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Question 15
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Advanced Imaging Technology equipment is used to screen aviation passengers for both metallic threats and explosives
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True
False
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Question 16
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TSAs Pre program identifies airline passengers who pose a high-security risk, and are to be subjected to additional security screening.
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True
False
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Question 17
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Commercial aviation security is the overwhelming priority for TSA in terms of both personnel and funding.
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True
False
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Question 18
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Which federal agency issued the 2008 rule that directed freight rail carriers to analyze safety and security risks for certain rail routes involving the transportation of hazardous materials, and to select the most practicable of such routes posing the lowest safety and security risks?
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Transportation Security Administration
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Federal Railroad Administration
Association of American Railroads
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Question 19
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TSAs Surface Transportation Security Inspectors are responsible for
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Conducting security and risk assessments of mass transit and passenger rail systems.
Reviewing design plans of transit systems under construction to assess the adequacy of their security features.
Responding to transit security incidents to gather information for TSA leadership.
All of these
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Question 20
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Which of the following was NOT included in TSAs final rule on freight rail security?
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Authorization for TSA to inspect and monitor compliance with the security regulations
Requirement that covered entities screen all shipments for nuclear and other radiological material
Requirement that covered entities appoint security coordinators
Requirement that covered entities report on the location of rail cars transporting certain hazardous materials
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Question 21
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U.S. maritime security regulations are less detailed and more restricted in scope than the International Ship and Port Facility Security Codes guidelines.
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True
False
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Question 22
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TSA regulations for land transportation systems focus on passenger and freight rail, as well as transportation of hazardous materials.
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True
False
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Question 23
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The federal rulemaking process is highly complex and subject to a number of potential delays.
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True
False
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Question 24
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The concept of homeland security has evolved in the United States from an initial sole focus on preventing and recovering from terrorist acts to one that now encompasses all major hazards.
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True
False
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Question 25
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Many other nations have followed the U.S. example in creating separate departments for homeland security.
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True
False
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Question 26
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The United Kingdoms Civil Aviation Act of 2012 transfers the costs of civil aviation security regulation from industry to the national government.
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True
False
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Question 27
2 pts
Which of the following is NOT an intelligence component of the U.S. Coast Guard?
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National Targeting Center
Cryptologic Program
Counterintelligence Service
Law Enforcement Intelligence Program
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Question 28
2 pts
The Megaports Initiative to detect and interdict nuclear or other radiological materials smuggled through foreign ports is operated by the
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U.S. Coast Guard
Transportation Security Administration
Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Department of Energy
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Question 29
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Which Customs and Border Protection program involves working with the private sector to review and improve the security of the supply chain while facilitating the flow of legitimate commerce?
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Automated Targeting System
Container Security Initiative
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism
International Port Security program
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Question 30
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What is the system employed by Customs and Border Protection in assessing risks posed by incoming cargo and determining which shipments should be physically examined?
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Automated Targeting System
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism
Computer-assisted Cargo Profiling System
Secure Cargo
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Question 31
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Which of the following is NOT a core element of the SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade?
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Coordination of national advance electronic cargo information requirements
Enhancement of maritime domain awareness
Use of risk management in addressing security threats
Inspection of high-risk outbound cargo
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Question 32
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What are Area Maritime Security Plans?
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Plans required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act through which Coast Guard procedures for prevention, protection, and security response for U.S. ports are identified and coordinated
Plans submitted to the International Maritime Organization describing national maritime security programs
Plans required by the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code through which international port and vessel security requirements are implemented
None of these
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Question 33
2 pts
Which nation developed the most extensive land transportation security system prior to 9/11?
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United States
India
United Kingdom
China
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Question 34
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The prevalence of air hijackings to and from Cuba in the 1960s and 1970s led to each of the following security responses in the United States EXCEPT:
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Deployment of armed security personnel onboard a few domestic and international flights
Deployment of explosives detection equipment
Security screening of passengers and baggage
Requirement of a law enforcement presence at airports
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Question 35
2 pts
The destruction of Pan Am Flight 103 in 1988
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Could not have been prevented by stricter control and screening of passenger baggage
Led to the appointment of the Baseline Working Group
Was later determined to have been accidental
Produced substantial revisions in aviation security procedures
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Question 36
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Which of the following was NOT an attribute of the U.S. civil aviation security system in place on September 11, 2001?
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The federal government was solely responsible for airport checkpoint screening
Changes in security were made through the lengthy rule-making process or temporary Security Directives
The FAA operated under a Dual Mandate through which it was responsible for both regulating and promoting civil aviation
The security system was one of shared responsibilities in which the FAA set and enforced security standards and the air carriers and airports largely implemented them
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Question 37
2 pts
Which of the following aviation security layers was NOT relevant to the 9/11 plot?
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Common Strategy
Intelligence
Passenger checkpoint screening
Airport access controls
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Question 38
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Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to the operation of the U.S. aviation security system during the 9/11 hijackings?
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Several of the hijackers had been placed on the FAAs no fly list.
The CAPPS system identified a majority of the hijackers as potential security threats.
All of the hijackers were able to pass through the security checkpoints without setting off any alarms.
Federal Air Marshals on Flight 93 were able to aid in the passengers revolt that led to the crash of the aircraft.
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Question 39
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Container ships:
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Transport liquid cargo, such as oil or liquefied natural gas
Typically hold higher-value finished goods and component parts
Carry bulk materials such as iron ore and grain
Transport passengers
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Question 40
2 pts
In the United States, which form of transit or commuter rail transports the most passengers?
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Buses
Commuter rail systems
Trolleys
Subways
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Question 41
2 pts
Which division of U.S. aviation transportation accounts for the largest number of flights each year?
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Commercial aviation
Air cargo
General aviation
Flight schools
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Question 42
2 pts
Which of the following statements is NOT true with respect to the November 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai?
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As a result of the incident, India formed a Coastal Command to secure the countrys coastline
None of the terrorists were captured and no evidence emerged as to what group was responsible
The security response was marked by a series of failures in intelligence, protective measures, preparedness, training, and communications
The attacks were notable because of their scope, complexity, and diversity of targets
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Question 43
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The risk assessment process adopted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security includes each of the following EXCEPT:
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Cost-benefit assessment
Threat assessment
Vulnerability assessment
Criticality or consequence assessment
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Question 44
2 pts
Which agency of the United Nations has taken the lead role in developing and promoting international maritime security standards?
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World Shipping Council
International Maritime Organization
International Chamber of Shipping
International Maritime Bureau
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Question 45
2 pts
Which of the following federal agencies with transportation security responsibilities is NOT a part of the Department of Homeland Security?
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Transportation Security Administration
Federal Transit Administration
Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Coast Guard
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Question 46
2 pts
In the United States, private companies and individuals:
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Own most of the transportation infrastructure
Are not subject to any mandatory international or federal transportation security standards
Own and operate most of the passenger and cargo vehicles and containers
Play little role in transportation security efforts
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Question 47
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Which authorization bill codified the Container Security Initiative and Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism programs, and created the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office?
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Maritime Transportation Security Act
SAFE Port Act
Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act
Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act
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Question 48
2 pts
Which President used Homeland Security Directives to communicate Presidential decisions about homeland security policies of the United States?
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George H.W. Bush
Bill Clinton
George W. Bush
Barack Obama
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Question 49
2 pts
The federal rulemaking process includes each of the following EXCEPT:
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Review of proposed economically significant rules by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs
Publication of proposed and final rules in the Federal Register
Provision for a public comment period
Congressional approval
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Question 50
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International Ship Security Certificates (ISSC) verifying a ships compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code are issued by:
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The national government of the ports visited by the ship
The International Maritime Bureau
The national government whose flag is flown by the ship
The International Maritime Organization

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