U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) / Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entrance Examination — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What is a typical consequence of failing a cargo inspection?

Cargo is returned to its origin immediately.
Cargo may be detained, fined, or rejected from entry (Correct answer)
Cargo is allowed entry without further inspection.
Cargo is passed after a delay.

Correct answer: Cargo may be detained, fined, or rejected from entry

If cargo fails inspection due to non-compliance, discovery of prohibited items, or incorrect documentation, severe consequences are imposed. The cargo can be detained for further investigation, the importer may face significant fines, or the entire shipment could be rejected and sent back to its origin. These measures deter illegal activities and ensure adherence to import regulations.

Question 2: Explosives are substances or gadgets able of creating a volume of quickly extending gases that apply a sudden weight on their environment. Chemical explosives are the most commonly utilized, even though there are mechanical and atomic explosives. All mechanical explosives are devices in which physical response is created, such as that caused by overloading a holder with compressed air. Whereas atomic explosives are by distant the most powerful, all atomic explosives have been limited to military weapons.

All mechanical explosives have been restricted to military weapons.
All explosives that have been restricted to military weapons are nuclear explosives.
Some nuclear explosives have not been restricted to military weapons.
No mechanical explosives are devices in which a physical reaction is produced, such as that caused by overloading a container with compressed air.
Some devices in which a physical reaction is produced, such as that caused by overloading a container with compressed air, are mechanical explosives. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Some devices in which a physical reaction is produced, such as that caused by overloading a container with compressed air, are mechanical explosives.

The passage states, 'All mechanical explosives are devices in which physical reaction is produced, such as that caused by overloading a holder with compressed air.' This means that the category of mechanical explosives is entirely contained within the category of devices producing a physical reaction. Therefore, it is true that some of these devices are mechanical explosives, as stated in option B.

Question 3: After a use-of-force incident, when must a CBP officer notify a supervisor?

Before leaving the scene
At the end of the shift
Within 24 hours
As soon as practicable (Correct answer)

Correct answer: As soon as practicable

CBP policy requires officers to notify a supervisor as soon as practicable following any use-of-force incident.

Question 4: Non-intrusive inspection (NII) technology primarily allows officers to do what?

Image cargo and vehicles without unloading them (Correct answer)
Track license plates nationwide
Translate foreign documents
Weigh trucks at high speed

Correct answer: Image cargo and vehicles without unloading them

NII systems use imaging (such as X-ray or gamma-ray) to inspect contents without physical unloading.

Question 5: The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) is used by CBP officers to perform which function?

Screen passengers for immigration violations
Identify prohibited agricultural products
Classify imported goods and determine the applicable duty rate (Correct answer)
Calculate fees for export licenses

Correct answer: Classify imported goods and determine the applicable duty rate

The HTSUS provides CBP officers a standardized classification system for all imported goods to determine the correct duty rate.

Question 6: Supervisor John understands how important it is for his CBP Agriculture Specialist to understand each of the fundamental principal that apply to all dog training methods.

change knows that to know which
Change each to each and every one
Change principal to principles (Correct answer)
No correction is necessary

Correct answer: Change principal to principles

Assuming the 'a' before 'new CBP Officers' in option B is a typographical error, this sentence is the most grammatically correct and concise. It uses 'The impact of this training requirement' which is more direct than 'The impact that this training requirement has,' and correctly uses 'who' to refer to people, unlike options C and D which use 'which'.

Question 7: What is the primary function of CBP's Analytical Framework for Intelligence (AFI)?

Processing officer performance evaluations
Managing the Automated Targeting System's software updates
Auditing importer financial records
Integrating and analyzing multiple CBP data sources to identify smuggling patterns and network trends (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Integrating and analyzing multiple CBP data sources to identify smuggling patterns and network trends

AFI is CBP's data analytics platform that integrates multiple enforcement data streams to identify patterns, networks, and trends in smuggling and trade violations.

Question 8: Which of the following items is GENERALLY permitted entry into the United States by international travelers?

Fresh mangoes from India without treatment
Commercially manufactured, fully cooked, shelf-stable meat products in original packaging (Correct answer)
Fresh pork from Mexico
Unprocessed raw wool from Argentina

Correct answer: Commercially manufactured, fully cooked, shelf-stable meat products in original packaging

Commercially manufactured, fully cooked, shelf-stable meat products in sealed packaging are generally permitted because the processing eliminates pest and disease risks.

Question 9: Which office within DHS has overarching investigative authority over CBP officer misconduct and can conduct independent investigations?

ICE Homeland Security Investigations
DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) (Correct answer)
CBP Office of Human Resources Management
FBI Counterintelligence Division

Correct answer: DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG)

The DHS OIG has independent investigative authority over all DHS components, including CBP, to investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct.

Question 10: The Chief of Police tries to offer excellent service to the community while maximizing the use of resources. As a result, when allocating resources, the Chief must consider various aspects. When a holiday weekend occurs, For example, additional staff are assigned to duty. However, if additional personnel are assigned to duty, they need special funding from the city council.

If special funding is not needed from the city council, then it is not a holiday weekend. (Correct answer)
If it is a holiday weekend, the special funding is needed from the city council.
If it is a holiday, the special funding is not needed from the city council.
If special funding is not needed from the city council, then it is a holiday weekend.
If special funding is needed from the city council, then it is a holiday weekend.

Correct answer: If special funding is not needed from the city council, then it is not a holiday weekend.

The passage states, 'None of the illegal workers were from Honduras.' This means that if a worker is from Honduras, they cannot be illegal. Therefore, all employees from Honduras must be working legally. Option B directly reflects this logical deduction.

Question 11: Which of the following best describes 'voluntary departure'?

Permission to leave the U.S. at one's own expense within a set time, avoiding a removal order (Correct answer)
A removal order with a 10-year bar
An automatic grant of asylum
A customs penalty

Correct answer: Permission to leave the U.S. at one's own expense within a set time, avoiding a removal order

Voluntary departure lets a noncitizen leave on their own within a deadline, avoiding the consequences of a formal removal order.

Question 12: A traveler arriving on a B-2 visa states they intend to work for cash while visiting. What is the most appropriate CBP action?

Admit them as a tourist
Place them in the Global Entry program
Issue a work permit on the spot
Refer them to secondary inspection for a possible misrepresentation/intent finding (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Refer them to secondary inspection for a possible misrepresentation/intent finding

Stated intent to work violates B-2 status and warrants secondary inspection and a possible inadmissibility finding.

Question 13: Which federal agency serves as the primary partner for CBP in coordinating drug interdiction efforts at U.S. ports of entry?

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) (Correct answer)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Secret Service

Correct answer: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

The DEA is CBP's primary federal partner for drug interdiction, sharing intelligence and coordinating enforcement actions related to narcotics trafficking.

Question 14: How do border patrol agents prevent illegal entry?

By providing safe passage for all travelers.
By allowing legal immigrants only.
By using technology, checkpoints, and patrolling the border (Correct answer)
By monitoring citizens' internet activity.

Correct answer: By using technology, checkpoints, and patrolling the border

Border Patrol agents prevent illegal entry by employing a combination of strategies, including patrolling remote areas, utilizing advanced surveillance technology, and operating checkpoints. They actively monitor border regions to detect and apprehend individuals attempting to cross unlawfully. This integrated approach aims to secure the nation's land and maritime borders.

Question 15: What is the maximum period CBP has to liquidate (finalize the duty assessment on) an import entry?

1 year from the date of entry
2 years from the date of entry
6 months from the date of entry
4 years from the date of entry (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 4 years from the date of entry

CBP has up to four years from the date of entry to finalize (liquidate) the duty assessment, though most entries liquidate within one year.

Question 16: What is the purpose of the Global Entry program's kiosk technology at international airports?

To scan all checked baggage for agricultural products
To allow pre-approved low-risk travelers to self-process through CBP arrival inspections using biometrics (Correct answer)
To issue electronic travel authorizations for visa-waiver countries
To process standard customs declarations for all arriving passengers

Correct answer: To allow pre-approved low-risk travelers to self-process through CBP arrival inspections using biometrics

Global Entry kiosks allow pre-approved trusted travelers to use biometrics and self-service processing to bypass standard CBP inspection lines.

Question 17: What is a common method for inspecting vehicles entering the U.S.?

Only physical inspection.
Only visual inspection.
Using satellite surveillance only.
Using X-ray scanners, drug detection, and physical inspections (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Using X-ray scanners, drug detection, and physical inspections

A multi-layered approach is employed for vehicle inspections to maximize effectiveness and detect a wide range of threats. X-ray scanners allow for non-intrusive examination of vehicle interiors and cargo, while drug detection methods (like K9 units or specialized equipment) target contraband. Physical inspections provide a hands-on check for hidden compartments or anomalies, ensuring comprehensive screening.

Question 18: Which inadmissibility ground covers noncitizens involved in trafficking controlled substances?

Public charge
Drug trafficking under the criminal/controlled substance grounds of INA 212(a)(2) (Correct answer)
Health-related grounds
Labor certification grounds

Correct answer: Drug trafficking under the criminal/controlled substance grounds of INA 212(a)(2)

Controlled substance trafficking is a criminal ground of inadmissibility under INA 212(a)(2).

Question 19: How does border security impact international trade?

It never affects trade.
It can cause delays in the import/export of goods. (Correct answer)
It speeds up trade.
It helps businesses avoid taxes.

Correct answer: It can cause delays in the import/export of goods.

Border security measures can impact international trade by causing delays in the import and export of goods. Increased inspections, enhanced security protocols, and resource allocation to enforcement can slow down the movement of commercial traffic at ports of entry. While necessary for security, these measures require careful balancing to minimize economic disruption.

Question 20: A passenger from Australia declares a wooden walking stick. What agricultural risk does CBP consider?

Wood-boring insects or bark that could harbor foreign pests (Correct answer)
Customs duty on carved wooden items
Potential use as a weapon
Fire risk from dry wood

Correct answer: Wood-boring insects or bark that could harbor foreign pests

Untreated wood products can harbor wood-boring insects, fungi, or bark pieces that introduce foreign pests into U.S. forests.

Question 21: What does a referral to 'secondary inspection' typically indicate?

The vehicle is automatically seized
The driver is being arrested
The vehicle is cleared without delay
A more thorough examination is required (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A more thorough examination is required

Secondary inspection is a more detailed examination conducted when primary screening raises questions.

Question 22: What is the purpose of CBP's 'Schedule of Offenses and Penalties' for officer conduct?

To establish disciplinary consequences for officer misconduct violations (Correct answer)
To define penalties for smuggling violations
To outline duty rates for specific tariff categories
To set sentences for crimes committed at ports of entry

Correct answer: To establish disciplinary consequences for officer misconduct violations

The Schedule of Offenses and Penalties standardizes disciplinary actions for officer misconduct, ensuring consistent and proportional consequences.

Question 23: What is the primary purpose of reading Miranda warnings to a suspect?

To verify the suspect's identity
To protect against compelled self-incrimination during custodial interrogation (Correct answer)
To inform the suspect of the charges
To begin the booking process

Correct answer: To protect against compelled self-incrimination during custodial interrogation

Miranda warnings protect the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination during custodial interrogation.

Question 24: What is the penalty for failing to declare agricultural items at a U.S. port of entry?

Verbal warning only on the first offense
Civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation (Correct answer)
Automatic criminal prosecution
Seizure of the item with no additional penalty

Correct answer: Civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation

Travelers who fail to declare agricultural items can face civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation under CBP enforcement authority.

Question 25: CBP's 'Integrity Awareness Program' is designed to accomplish which goal?

Educate CBP personnel about corruption risks, reporting obligations, and integrity standards (Correct answer)
Screen new hire backgrounds for criminal history
Audit import compliance for large corporations
Train officers in customs valuation methods

Correct answer: Educate CBP personnel about corruption risks, reporting obligations, and integrity standards

The Integrity Awareness Program trains CBP employees on recognizing corruption risks, understanding their reporting obligations, and maintaining professional integrity.

Question 26: What is the 'Biometric Visa' initiative that CBP enforces at U.S. ports of entry?

A CBP database of expired visas shared with State Department
The collection of fingerprints and facial images from visa-required travelers entering the U.S. (Correct answer)
A voluntary trusted traveler program for visa holders
A visa category requiring travelers to submit biometrics at consulates

Correct answer: The collection of fingerprints and facial images from visa-required travelers entering the U.S.

CBP collects fingerprints and facial images from visa-required foreign nationals at ports of entry to verify identity and check against law enforcement databases.

Question 27: The CBP Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) is responsible for which function?

Managing CBP officer promotions and pay scales
Coordinating CBP's public affairs and media relations
Investigating allegations of misconduct, corruption, and integrity violations within CBP (Correct answer)
Overseeing CBP's trade facilitation programs

Correct answer: Investigating allegations of misconduct, corruption, and integrity violations within CBP

CBP OPR investigates misconduct, corruption, and integrity violations by CBP personnel to maintain the agency's standards of professional conduct.

Question 28: Which of the following is typically inspected during cargo inspections?

The appearance of the vehicle.
The registration of the vehicle.
The contents of the cargo, including prohibited items (Correct answer)
The cargo's weight.

Correct answer: The contents of the cargo, including prohibited items

During cargo inspections, the primary focus is on the actual goods being transported within the vehicle or container. Inspectors meticulously examine the contents to identify any undeclared, restricted, or prohibited items such as narcotics, illegal weapons, counterfeit goods, or invasive species. This ensures compliance with import laws and protects national security and public health.

Question 29: What is the function of CBP's Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) technology at ports of entry?

Performing chemical analysis of soil samples
Detecting weapons through millimeter-wave body scanning
Scanning cargo and vehicles using X-ray or gamma-ray imaging without unloading them (Correct answer)
Identifying travelers with outstanding warrants

Correct answer: Scanning cargo and vehicles using X-ray or gamma-ray imaging without unloading them

NII technologies like X-ray and gamma-ray systems allow CBP to inspect the contents of cargo containers and vehicles without physically unloading them.

Question 30: Which principle guides CBP officers in selecting the appropriate level of force during an enforcement encounter?

Minimum force doctrine
Objectively reasonable force (Correct answer)
Escalation-only protocol
Supervisor-directed force

Correct answer: Objectively reasonable force

The 'objectively reasonable' standard from Graham v. Connor guides officers to use force proportional to the threat as judged by a reasonable officer.

Question 31: CBP's National Agriculture Biosecurity Center (NABC) coordinates with which other agency to respond to agricultural emergencies at the border?

CDC
DHS FEMA
FDA
USDA APHIS (Correct answer)

Correct answer: USDA APHIS

CBP's NABC works closely with USDA APHIS to coordinate responses to agricultural bioterrorism threats and disease outbreaks at U.S. borders.

Question 32: Applicants who are not proficient in Spanish must demonstrate the ability to learn it during training. What does the BPA exam use to test this?

A grammar translation quiz
Spanish essay writing
A recorded oral interview in Spanish
The Artificial Language Test (ALT) (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The Artificial Language Test (ALT)

The Artificial Language Test measures aptitude to learn Spanish using an invented language.

Question 33: A traveler admits to a prior visa overstay of 200 days, then departed. Which bar, if any, applies?

No bar at all
The 10-year bar
The 3-year bar for unlawful presence of more than 180 days but less than one year (Correct answer)
A permanent bar

Correct answer: The 3-year bar for unlawful presence of more than 180 days but less than one year

Unlawful presence over 180 days but under one year triggers the 3-year inadmissibility bar upon departure.

Question 34: CBP's 'Honor First' values framework encompasses which core commitments?

Authority, discipline, and enforcement
Compliance, neutrality, and efficiency
Vigilance, service, and integrity (Correct answer)
Speed, accuracy, and technology

Correct answer: Vigilance, service, and integrity

CBP's 'Honor First' framework reflects three core values: vigilance in protecting the homeland, service to the public, and integrity in all actions.

Question 35: What is the consequence of overstaying a visa in the U.S.?

The individual is allowed to apply for a work permit.
No consequence as long as the individual has a valid passport.
The individual may face deportation and a ban on reentry. (Correct answer)
The individual is allowed to stay as long as they want.

Correct answer: The individual may face deportation and a ban on reentry.

Overstaying a visa in the U.S. has serious consequences, including potential deportation and a ban on future reentry for a specified period. This violation of immigration law can significantly impact an individual's ability to legally return to the U.S. or obtain future visas. It underscores the importance of adhering to visa terms and conditions.

Question 36: What does 'admissibility' fundamentally determine for an arriving noncitizen?

Whether they are legally permitted to enter the United States (Correct answer)
Their eligibility for a driver's license
Whether they owe customs duties
Their tax residency status

Correct answer: Whether they are legally permitted to enter the United States

Admissibility is the determination of whether a noncitizen may lawfully be admitted into the U.S.

Question 37: What advance data does CBP require airlines to submit before an international flight departs for the U.S.?

Flight fuel consumption data
Airline financial statements
Aircraft maintenance logs
Passenger Name Record (PNR) and Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) data (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Passenger Name Record (PNR) and Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) data

Airlines must submit Passenger Name Record (PNR) and APIS data to CBP before departure, enabling pre-screening of travelers.

Question 38: Which factor is central to the 'public charge' ground of inadmissibility?

Having a criminal record
Holding dual citizenship
Carrying undeclared goods
Likelihood of becoming primarily dependent on government for subsistence (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Likelihood of becoming primarily dependent on government for subsistence

The public charge ground assesses whether a noncitizen is likely to become primarily dependent on public benefits.

Question 39: Which of the following is a common tool used in criminal investigations?

Public opinion surveys.
Political influence.
Court proceedings.
Forensic analysis, interviews, and surveillance (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Forensic analysis, interviews, and surveillance

Criminal investigations employ a range of tools to gather information and evidence. Forensic analysis examines physical evidence like DNA or fingerprints, interviews gather statements from witnesses and suspects, and surveillance monitors activities to observe behavior or identify connections. These methods collectively help investigators piece together the events of a crime and identify perpetrators.

Question 40: What tools are used in border security operations?

Trained personnel, drones, and surveillance technology (Correct answer)
Surveillance cameras and fencing.
Fencing and physical checks only.
Only security guards.

Correct answer: Trained personnel, drones, and surveillance technology

Border security operations utilize a comprehensive array of tools, including trained personnel (like Border Patrol agents), advanced surveillance technology such as drones, sensors, and cameras, and physical infrastructure like fencing. This multi-layered approach enhances detection, interdiction, and response capabilities along the borders. These resources work together to monitor vast and often challenging terrains.

Question 41: A U.S. citizen child cannot confer immediate admission on an inadmissible parent at the port of entry. What does this illustrate?

That CBP cannot question families
That citizenship is hereditary downward only
That children grant automatic waivers
That inadmissibility grounds apply to the individual regardless of relatives' status (Correct answer)

Correct answer: That inadmissibility grounds apply to the individual regardless of relatives' status

Admissibility is determined individually, so a relative's citizenship does not by itself cure a noncitizen's inadmissibility.

Question 42: Which CBP policy concept requires that force options be considered across a continuum from verbal commands to deadly force?

Force multiplier doctrine
Threat assessment matrix
Response to resistance model
Use-of-force continuum (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Use-of-force continuum

The use-of-force continuum provides officers a framework matching their response level to the subject's behavior.

Question 43: When a CBP K-9 unit alerts to a vehicle, what legal standard does this typically establish for further search?

Beyond a reasonable doubt
A warrant is still required in all cases
Reasonable suspicion only
Probable cause (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Probable cause

A trained K-9 alert on a vehicle establishes probable cause, permitting CBP officers to conduct a warrantless search of that vehicle.

Question 44: The Border Patrol Entrance Exam (BPA exam) includes a section testing the ability to reason and draw conclusions from written passages. What is this section called?

Logical Reasoning (Correct answer)
Spanish Language Proficiency
Physical Fitness Test
Typing Test

Correct answer: Logical Reasoning

The Logical Reasoning Test (LRT) measures the ability to analyze information and reach valid conclusions.

Question 45: Impressions made by the ridges on wants of the fingers and thumbs are valuable implies of identification, since no two people have the same design of ridges. In case finger patterns from fingerprints are not decipherable, then they cannot be classified by common shape and form or by design sort. In case they cannot be classified by these characteristics, at that point, it is incomprehensible to recognize the individual to whom the fingerprints belong.

If finger patterns from fingerprints are not decipherable, then it is impopssible to identify the person to whom the fingerprints belong.
If it is possible to identify the person to whom fingerprints belong, then the fingerprint is decipherable.
If its is impossible to identify the person to whom fingerprints belong, then the fingerprints can be classified by general shape and contour or pattern type.
If fingerprints are decipherable, then it is impossible to identify the person to whom they belong. (Correct answer)
If fingerprints can be classified by general shape and contour or by pattern type, then they are decipherable.

Correct answer: If fingerprints are decipherable, then it is impossible to identify the person to whom they belong.

The passage establishes a logical chain: If fingerprints are not decipherable, they cannot be classified. If they cannot be classified, it is impossible to identify the person. Therefore, if fingerprints are not decipherable, it is impossible to identify the person. Option A, 'If fingerprints are decipherable, then it is impossible to identify the person to whom they belong,' directly contradicts the premise that decipherable fingerprints are valuable for identification and would allow for identification.

Question 46: Why is it important for law enforcement to follow proper investigative procedures?

To increase the likelihood of finding guilty parties.
To avoid dealing with suspects.
To speed up the investigation process.
To ensure evidence is legally admissible and prevent wrongful convictions (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To ensure evidence is legally admissible and prevent wrongful convictions

Adhering to proper investigative procedures is critical because it ensures that all collected evidence is obtained legally and can be used in court. Following established protocols also protects the rights of individuals and minimizes the risk of errors or misconduct. This helps prevent wrongful convictions and maintains public trust in the justice system.

Question 47: A traveler arrives from Mexico carrying fresh mangoes. Under U.S. agricultural regulations, what is the MOST likely disposition?

Allowed in quantities under 5 pounds
Subject to inspection and potentially prohibited or treated before entry (Correct answer)
Automatically permitted as a tropical fruit
Allowed if the traveler declares them

Correct answer: Subject to inspection and potentially prohibited or treated before entry

Fresh fruits are subject to inspection upon entry because they can harbor pests or diseases, and may be prohibited or require treatment depending on their origin.

Question 48: Section 301 tariffs, enforced by CBP, were imposed in response to which trade dispute?

Canada's softwood lumber pricing
EU subsidies on agricultural products
Japan's automotive export restrictions
China's unfair trade practices including intellectual property theft (Correct answer)

Correct answer: China's unfair trade practices including intellectual property theft

Section 301 tariffs were imposed on Chinese goods in response to China's unfair trade practices, including forced technology transfer and IP theft.

Question 49: Which biometric technology does CBP use at airports to verify traveler identity against passport photos?

Facial recognition technology (Correct answer)
Fingerprint-only biometrics
Iris scanning
DNA matching

Correct answer: Facial recognition technology

CBP's biometric entry/exit program uses facial recognition technology to match travelers' live images against passport or visa photos.

Question 50: A returning LPR has continuously resided abroad for over a year without a reentry permit. How is admissibility typically affected?

No effect whatsoever
They may be deemed to have abandoned residency and treated as an applicant for admission (Correct answer)
They are barred for life
They automatically gain citizenship

Correct answer: They may be deemed to have abandoned residency and treated as an applicant for admission

Extended absence without a reentry permit can raise abandonment of LPR status, subjecting the traveler to admission review.

Question 51: When officers must physically force entry into a home, they are required to ensure that the home is in a secure condition when they leave. Failure to secure the home leaves the officers liable for loss of items from the home and/or damage to the home taht results from leaving the property unsecured. It is legal to break down door in order to gain entry, if that degree of force is determined by an officer to be necessary. If an officer force entry, the officer is required to take measures to minimize damage to the property. Officer Stoler need to gain entry into a suspect's home. It can be validly concluded from the above information that

Officer Stoler will be required to secure the home unless Officer Stoler does not force entry
if Officer Stoler forces entry and fails to secure the home, Officer Stoler may be liable for loss of items resulting from leaving the home unsecured
if Officer Stoler is not required to ensure that the home is secure upon leaving, then Officer Stoler did not force entry into the home
Officer Stoler is required to minimize damage to the home if Officer Stoler forces entry
if Officer Stoler must physically force entry into the home, the Officer Stoler is not required to ensure that the home is secure upon leaving (Correct answer)

Correct answer: if Officer Stoler must physically force entry into the home, the Officer Stoler is not required to ensure that the home is secure upon leaving

The description 'gathering data on everything and making sure that mechanisms are in place to provide visibility into all systems' directly aligns with the DevOps value of Measurement. This value emphasizes the importance of collecting metrics, monitoring performance, and gaining insights from data to understand and improve processes and systems. It's about making informed decisions based on observable facts.

Question 52: What legal authority allows Border Patrol Agents to question individuals about their right to be in the United States without a warrant near the border?

Title 8 of the U.S. Code (Immigration and Nationality Act) (Correct answer)
The Patriot Act
The Posse Comitatus Act
The Fourth Amendment

Correct answer: Title 8 of the U.S. Code (Immigration and Nationality Act)

The Immigration and Nationality Act under Title 8 grants agents authority to interrogate suspected aliens.

Question 53: Which of the following is a result of effective border security?

Higher risk of criminal activities.
Increased illegal immigration.
Better control of legal immigration and trade. (Correct answer)
Less monitoring of travelers.

Correct answer: Better control of legal immigration and trade.

Effective border security enables authorities to regulate and manage the flow of people and goods across national boundaries. This control ensures that legal immigration processes are followed, trade complies with regulations, and illegal activities are prevented. Ultimately, it facilitates legitimate cross-border movement while safeguarding national interests.

Question 54: Under the Hatch Act, what political activity is generally prohibited for CBP officers while on duty?

Engaging in partisan political activity while in uniform or using government resources (Correct answer)
Voting in federal elections
Discussing general policy issues with colleagues
Attending off-duty political rallies as a private citizen

Correct answer: Engaging in partisan political activity while in uniform or using government resources

The Hatch Act prohibits federal employees including CBP officers from engaging in partisan political activities while on duty, in uniform, or using government resources.

Question 55: How do law enforcement agencies cooperate in criminal investigations?

By competing for the fastest arrest.
By sharing intelligence, resources, and expertise (Correct answer)
By avoiding coordination with each other.
By working in isolation.

Correct answer: By sharing intelligence, resources, and expertise

Cooperation among law enforcement agencies is essential, especially for complex or multi-jurisdictional investigations. Agencies share critical intelligence, pool resources like specialized equipment or personnel, and leverage each other's expertise to solve crimes more effectively. This collaborative approach enhances overall investigative capabilities and ensures a more comprehensive response to criminal activity.

Question 56: A CBP officer detects a suspicious odor from a vehicle at a port of entry. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Confiscate the vehicle without further investigation
Immediately search all occupants
Refer the vehicle to secondary inspection for further examination (Correct answer)
Wave the vehicle through and report the odor to a supervisor later

Correct answer: Refer the vehicle to secondary inspection for further examination

Referring the vehicle to secondary inspection allows for a thorough, legally sound examination without premature action or compromising officer safety.

Question 57: Which agency, within DHS, is responsible for interior immigration enforcement and removals, as distinct from CBP's border focus?

ICE (Correct answer)
TSA
FEMA
USCIS

Correct answer: ICE

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) handles interior enforcement and removals, while CBP focuses on borders and ports.

Question 58: Logical reasoning: If a vehicle has fresh mud on its tires and there has been no rain in town for two weeks, the most reasonable inference is that the vehicle:

Belongs to a local resident
Has new tires
Was just washed
Traveled through an area with recent water or off-road terrain (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Traveled through an area with recent water or off-road terrain

Fresh mud despite no local rain suggests the vehicle traveled where water or wet ground was present.

Question 59: CBP's TECS (Treasury Enforcement Communications System) is primarily used by officers to perform which task?

Coordinate port construction and infrastructure projects
Submit payroll and benefits requests
Query law enforcement databases for lookouts, warrants, and enforcement records (Correct answer)
File customs duty payments electronically

Correct answer: Query law enforcement databases for lookouts, warrants, and enforcement records

TECS is CBP's primary law enforcement database system used to query lookout records, warrants, and prior enforcement history on travelers and vehicles.

Question 60: CBP's Integrated Fixed Towers (IFT) on the southern U.S. border provide which surveillance capability?

X-ray scanning of vehicles at official ports of entry
Real-time radar and video detection of cross-border activity in remote areas (Correct answer)
Radio communications monitoring for smuggling networks
Biometric data collection from travelers

Correct answer: Real-time radar and video detection of cross-border activity in remote areas

IFTs use radar, cameras, and sensors to provide real-time surveillance of remote border areas where physical patrol is difficult.

Question 61: What is the primary purpose of a non-intrusive inspection (NII) system such as an X-ray or gamma-ray scanner at a port of entry?

To permanently seize suspicious cargo
To verify driver identity documents
To replace the need for K-9 units
To detect anomalies in vehicles and cargo without physical disassembly (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To detect anomalies in vehicles and cargo without physical disassembly

NII systems allow CBP officers to examine the interior of vehicles and cargo for hidden contraband without time-consuming physical disassembly.

Question 62: Under the Lacey Act, CBP officers have authority to seize what type of goods?

Counterfeit electronic products
Unauthorized pharmaceutical imports
Pirated software on physical media
Wildlife and plants that were illegally taken, transported, or sold (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Wildlife and plants that were illegally taken, transported, or sold

The Lacey Act prohibits trade in wildlife, fish, and plants that have been illegally taken or transported, and CBP is authorized to seize such goods.

Question 63: Which U.S. Department oversees U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Border Patrol?

Department of Defense
Department of State
Department of Justice
Department of Homeland Security (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Department of Homeland Security

CBP, including the U.S. Border Patrol, operates under the Department of Homeland Security.

Question 64: How does cargo inspection benefit national security?

By slowing down the supply chain.
By screening for illegal, dangerous, or harmful goods (Correct answer)
By allowing all goods to pass freely.
By encouraging illegal trading.

Correct answer: By screening for illegal, dangerous, or harmful goods

Cargo inspections are a vital component of national security by preventing the entry of items that could pose a threat to the country. This includes intercepting weapons, explosives, narcotics, biological agents, and other dangerous materials that could be used for criminal or terrorist activities. By carefully vetting incoming goods, borders are strengthened against potential harm.

Question 65: Which CBP trade enforcement tool allows the agency to block importation of goods suspected of violating intellectual property rights?

A Customs Hold Notice
An exclusion order issued by the International Trade Commission (ITC) (Correct answer)
A Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)
An Anti-Counterfeiting Executive Order

Correct answer: An exclusion order issued by the International Trade Commission (ITC)

The ITC issues exclusion orders that CBP enforces at ports of entry to block importation of infringing goods.

Question 66: Under the Fourth Amendment, what is generally required before a CBP officer conducts a search away from the border based on a tip about narcotics in a private residence?

Consent of a neighbor
Approval from a supervisor
A search warrant supported by probable cause (Correct answer)
Reasonable suspicion only

Correct answer: A search warrant supported by probable cause

Searches of a private residence away from the border generally require a warrant supported by probable cause.

Question 67: Which federal agency works alongside CBP at ports of entry to enforce U.S. agricultural import regulations?

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) (Correct answer)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

Correct answer: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

USDA APHIS partners with CBP at ports of entry to inspect agricultural products and prevent the introduction of pests and diseases.

Question 68: It is important to include all dates, times, names, and quotes associated with the case in a report on a drug smuggling incident for future reference.

change from to with (Correct answer)
change incident to incedent
change on to round
No correction is necessary

Correct answer: change from to with

The passage explicitly states, 'All teams must be available to travel to any duty station in the sector.' Option E, 'None of the teams are exempt from traveling to any duty location within the sector,' is a direct and accurate rephrasing of this universal requirement. It confirms that no team is excluded from the travel obligation.

Question 69: What does the CBP term 'de-escalation' require an officer to attempt before using force when feasible?

Waiting for a supervisor to arrive
Using verbal communication and tactical repositioning to reduce the need for force (Correct answer)
Calling for backup before any encounter
Filing a use-of-force pre-authorization form

Correct answer: Using verbal communication and tactical repositioning to reduce the need for force

De-escalation requires officers to use verbal skills, distance, and positioning to reduce tension and avoid or minimize the use of force when time and safety permit.

Question 70: A canine alerts on a passenger vehicle at the border. What is the appropriate officer action?

Ignore the alert if the driver objects
Immediately release the vehicle
Destroy the vehicle on site
Refer the vehicle to secondary for further examination (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Refer the vehicle to secondary for further examination

A canine alert establishes cause to refer the vehicle to secondary inspection for closer examination.

Question 71: What is the CBP 'first sale' valuation principle used for in trade?

Allowing the use of the price paid in an earlier, manufacturer-level transaction as the customs value (Correct answer)
Determining the price of goods at retail sale in the U.S.
Setting the minimum acceptable declared value for shipments
Calculating excise taxes on luxury goods

Correct answer: Allowing the use of the price paid in an earlier, manufacturer-level transaction as the customs value

First sale valuation allows importers to use the transaction price from an earlier sale (e.g., factory to middleman) rather than the final importer price to calculate customs duties.

Question 72: A CBP officer is offered a side business opportunity by an importer whose shipments the officer regularly processes. What ethical issue does this present?

No issue, since outside employment is unrestricted for CBP officers
A permitted business opportunity as long as the officer's pay is disclosed to CBP
A potential conflict of interest that must be disclosed and likely declined (Correct answer)
Only an issue if the business involves international trade

Correct answer: A potential conflict of interest that must be disclosed and likely declined

A business offer from an importer whose shipments the officer processes is a clear conflict of interest requiring disclosure to supervisors and likely refusal.

Question 73: What is the primary role of border security in the U.S.?

To monitor border revenue.
To issue travel visas.
To regulate international trade.
To prevent illegal immigration and protect national security (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To prevent illegal immigration and protect national security

The primary role of border security in the U.S. is to prevent illegal immigration and protect national security. This involves deterring unauthorized crossings, interdicting illicit goods and individuals, and safeguarding the nation from threats. These efforts are critical for maintaining sovereignty and public safety.

Question 74: Which of the following drug types is most commonly encountered by CBP officers at Southwest border ports of entry?

PCP
Heroin
Methamphetamine and fentanyl (Correct answer)
LSD

Correct answer: Methamphetamine and fentanyl

Methamphetamine and fentanyl are the most frequently seized drugs at Southwest border ports of entry, often smuggled by transnational criminal organizations.

Question 75: Which CBP system consolidates all trade data submitted by importers, brokers, and carriers into a single electronic interface?

National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS)
Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) (Correct answer)
Treasury Enforcement Communications System (TECS)
Homeland Secure Data Network (HSDN)

Correct answer: Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)

ACE is CBP's single-window trade processing portal that consolidates electronic submissions from all trade stakeholders.

Question 76: A few 480,000 immigrants were living in a certain nation in 1999. In spite of the fact that most of these immigrants were not utilized in proficient occupations, numerous of them were. For instance, numerous of them were engineers, and numerous of them were nurses. Exceptionally few of these workers were curators, another professional occupation.

Some of these engineers were immigrants. (Correct answer)
Most immigrants were either engineers or nurses.
Most of those not employed in professional occupations were immigrants.
It is not the case that some of the nurses were immigrants
None of the engineers were immigrants.

Correct answer: Some of these engineers were immigrants.

The passage explicitly states that 'many of them [immigrants] were engineers.' This directly supports the conclusion that some of the engineers mentioned were indeed immigrants. Option D is a direct restatement of this fact, confirming a subset relationship.

Question 77: A noncitizen presents at a port of entry and expresses a fear of returning to their home country. What must the CBP officer do?

Grant asylum on the spot
Detain indefinitely without process
Refer the individual for a credible fear screening (Correct answer)
Immediately deny entry

Correct answer: Refer the individual for a credible fear screening

An expressed fear of persecution triggers a referral for a credible fear interview rather than immediate removal.

Question 78: What are some challenges in border security enforcement?

Constant immigration of tourists.
Overabundance of technology.
Limited workforce and evolving smuggling tactics (Correct answer)
No challenges exist in border enforcement.

Correct answer: Limited workforce and evolving smuggling tactics

Border security enforcement faces significant challenges, including a limited workforce to cover vast and diverse border regions, and the constant evolution of smuggling tactics by criminal organizations. These factors require continuous adaptation, investment in technology, and strategic deployment of resources to maintain effective control. The dynamic nature of threats necessitates ongoing innovation and vigilance.

Question 79: CBP's Air and Marine Operations (AMO) uses which technology to detect low-flying drug smuggling aircraft in the southern U.S.?

Ground-based seismic sensors
Satellite-based imagery analysis
Tethered aerostat radar systems (TARS) (Correct answer)
Infrared motion detectors mounted on border fences

Correct answer: Tethered aerostat radar systems (TARS)

TARS are tethered balloons carrying radar systems that provide persistent low-level air surveillance to detect drug smuggling aircraft.

Question 80: A traveler arrives with soil-covered hiking boots from a rural area abroad. What should the CBP officer do?

Confiscate the boots permanently
Issue a fine and allow the traveler to continue
Require the boots to be cleaned or treated before entry to prevent introduction of soil-borne pests (Correct answer)
Wave the traveler through since boots are personal items

Correct answer: Require the boots to be cleaned or treated before entry to prevent introduction of soil-borne pests

Soil on footwear can contain foreign plant pathogens or pests, so CBP can require cleaning or treatment before allowing entry.

Question 81: What is a Form I-94 used for in the admission process?

Paying import duties
Applying for citizenship
Requesting a refund
Recording a noncitizen's arrival/departure and authorized period of stay (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Recording a noncitizen's arrival/departure and authorized period of stay

The I-94 records the date of admission, status, and the date until which a noncitizen is authorized to remain.

Question 82: Which of the following is a ground of inadmissibility based on health?

A communicable disease of public health significance (Correct answer)
A prior broken bone
Seasonal allergies
A common cold

Correct answer: A communicable disease of public health significance

INA 212(a)(1) makes noncitizens with a communicable disease of public health significance inadmissible.

Question 83: What are the tools used in Border Patrol surveillance?

Mail inspection.
Social media monitoring.
Drones, satellites, and radar systems (Correct answer)
Surveillance cameras and physical guards only.

Correct answer: Drones, satellites, and radar systems

Modern Border Patrol surveillance relies on advanced technology to monitor vast and often remote areas. Drones provide aerial reconnaissance, satellites offer wide-area imaging, and radar systems detect movement, all contributing to comprehensive situational awareness. These tools significantly enhance the ability to detect and respond to illegal crossings and activities.

Question 84: Which concealment method involves dissolving or chemically binding narcotics into another substance to avoid detection?

Liquid concealment
Structural concealment
Chemical impregnation (Correct answer)
Layering

Correct answer: Chemical impregnation

Chemical impregnation involves infusing narcotics into fabrics, plastics, or other materials so they are not detected by visual inspection or standard field testing.

Question 85: How does border security assist in preventing terrorism?

It monitors for possible terrorist threats. (Correct answer)
It avoids foreign threats.
It helps organize terrorist cells.
It focuses solely on immigration.

Correct answer: It monitors for possible terrorist threats.

Border security acts as a critical first line of defense against terrorism by screening individuals and goods entering the country. Officers are trained to identify suspicious behavior, gather intelligence, and interdict potential threats, preventing individuals or materials associated with terrorist activities from crossing the border. This proactive monitoring is essential for safeguarding national security.

Question 86: Phyllis T. could be a former Government representative who was entitled to benefits beneath the Government Employee Compensation Act since of job-related, impairing harm. When an eligible Government employee has such harm, the advantage is decided by this test: in case the recipient is hitched or has dependents, benefits are 3/4 of the people's compensation at the time of the harm; something else, benefits are set at 2/3 of the compensation. Phillis T.'s benefits were 2/3 of her compensation when she was injured.

was not married and had no dependents. (Correct answer)
Was married but without dependents.
was not married nut had dependents.
Was not married but had dependents.

Correct answer: was not married and had no dependents.

The passage clearly defines the benefit structure: 2/3 of compensation is given if the recipient is neither married nor has dependents. Since Phyllis T.'s benefits were 2/3 of her compensation, she must fall into this category. Therefore, she was not married and had no dependents.

Question 87: What is the goal of Border Security Operations in the U.S.?

To limit all foreign trade.
To protect U.S. citizens by controlling illegal entry (Correct answer)
To monitor only incoming packages.
To make the process of immigration easier.

Correct answer: To protect U.S. citizens by controlling illegal entry

The overarching goal of Border Security Operations in the U.S. is to protect U.S. citizens by controlling illegal entry of individuals and illicit goods. This involves safeguarding national security, preventing criminal activity, and ensuring that all entries into the country are lawful and orderly. These operations are fundamental to maintaining the integrity of the nation's borders.

Question 88: A passenger from the Philippines declares fresh cut flowers. What is CBP's standard procedure?

Confiscate and destroy without examination
Allow them through without inspection
Allow only if accompanied by a Philippines phytosanitary certificate
Inspect for pests and disease; permit if clean or treat/destroy if infested (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Inspect for pests and disease; permit if clean or treat/destroy if infested

CBP and APHIS inspect declared cut flowers for pests; clean flowers may be permitted while infested or non-compliant flowers are treated or destroyed.

Question 89: Which of the following is a prohibited item that CBP officers specifically look for because it can harbor citrus canker disease?

Dried citrus peel sold as a spice
Fresh citrus fruits from certain countries (Correct answer)
Citrus-flavored candies
Canned citrus juice

Correct answer: Fresh citrus fruits from certain countries

Fresh citrus fruits from countries with citrus canker disease are restricted or prohibited to protect U.S. citrus crops from this bacterial disease.

Question 90: Under the Controlled Substances Act, which schedule classification applies to drugs with no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse?

Schedule IV
Schedule III
Schedule II
Schedule I (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Schedule I

Schedule I substances have no accepted medical use, a high potential for abuse, and lack accepted safety under medical supervision — examples include heroin and LSD.

Question 91: Recently, officers received leads from informants about possible illegal activity at La Rosita Park. When officers arrived at the park, they drove through the parking lots, looking for individual and vehicles matching their leads. The officers examined several suspicious vehicles, including many unregistered vehicles. All of the unregistered vehicles contained bundles of marijuana. No arrest have been made in connection with this incident. It CANNOT be validly concluded from the above information that

several arrest have been made in connection with this incident.
some of the vehicles that contained bundles of marijuana were unregistered
all of the vehicles that did not contain bundles of marijuana were unregistered (Correct answer)
all of the vehicles that contained bundles of marijuana were unregistered
some of the vehicles that did not contain bundles of marijuana were unregistered

Correct answer: all of the vehicles that did not contain bundles of marijuana were unregistered

The passage states that green cards have a ten-year expiration period. However, it only discusses green cards and does not provide any information about other types of work authorization documents. Therefore, concluding that green cards are the *only* documents with this specific expiration period is an unsupported generalization and cannot be validly concluded from the given text.

Question 92: Under CBP regulations, what is the current de minimis threshold below which imported goods are generally exempt from customs duties?

$200
$800 (Correct answer)
$2,500
$1,000

Correct answer: $800

The U.S. de minimis threshold is $800, meaning shipments valued at $800 or less are generally exempt from duties and taxes.

Question 93: Which law prohibits the importation of plants and plant products that could carry foreign plant pests into the United States?

The Foreign Agriculture Quarantine Act
The Plant Protection Act (PPA) (Correct answer)
The Alien Invasive Species Act
The Customs Modernization Act

Correct answer: The Plant Protection Act (PPA)

The Plant Protection Act authorizes USDA APHIS and CBP to regulate the import of plants and plant materials to prevent the introduction of foreign plant pests.

Question 94: What is 'expedited removal' as used by CBP?

Removal of certain inadmissible noncitizens without a hearing before an immigration judge (Correct answer)
A fast-track green card process
An accelerated visa interview
A diplomatic deportation channel

Correct answer: Removal of certain inadmissible noncitizens without a hearing before an immigration judge

Expedited removal allows officers to remove certain inadmissible arrivals without a full immigration court hearing.

Question 95: What is the term for the fraudulent practice of shipping goods through a third country to disguise their true country of origin and avoid higher tariffs?

Country of origin switching
Transshipment fraud (Correct answer)
Customs evasion
Tariff engineering

Correct answer: Transshipment fraud

Transshipment fraud involves routing goods through an intermediate country to falsely represent origin and avoid applicable tariffs or trade restrictions.

Question 96: What is a phytosanitary certificate and who issues it?

A WTO trade certificate for food products
An official document issued by the exporting country's national plant protection organization certifying plants are pest-free (Correct answer)
A CBP-issued permit allowing agricultural imports
A USDA inspection certificate for domestic shipments

Correct answer: An official document issued by the exporting country's national plant protection organization certifying plants are pest-free

A phytosanitary certificate is issued by the exporting country's national plant protection organization, certifying that plants or plant products meet U.S. import health requirements.

Question 97: In a large mail container, an Agriculture Specialist and her dog discovered 1,500 items wrapped in plain brown paper. The officer discovered that some of the packages had valid CBP stickers while others had illegal stickers from another country when they were inspected. The ratio of legal to illegal stickers was 2:3. How many packages have illegal stickers?

None of these
900 (Correct answer)
500
1,000
600

Correct answer: 900

The original sentence, 'It is important to include all dates, times, names, and quotes associated with the case in a report on a drug smuggling incident for future reference,' is grammatically correct as written. However, assuming there was an intended error in the original question not fully reflected in the prompt, the correction 'change from to with' would be appropriate if the sentence had incorrectly used 'associated from the case.' Information is typically 'associated with' a case.

Question 98: Mobile surveillance systems (MSS) deployed along the U.S.-Mexico border provide which operational benefit to CBP agents?

Real-time communication relay between sector headquarters and field agents
Automated arrest capability for illegal crossers
Biometric data collection in remote areas
Rapidly deployable cameras and sensors to cover gaps or surges in border activity (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Rapidly deployable cameras and sensors to cover gaps or surges in border activity

MSS are trailer-mounted camera and sensor platforms that can be quickly repositioned to provide surveillance coverage where activity surges or infrastructure gaps exist.

Question 99: CBP's Automated Targeting System (ATS) performs which function at ports of entry?

Issues electronic arrival cards to international travelers
Automatically adjudicates immigration visa petitions
Manages CBP officer shift scheduling
Scores and flags travelers and cargo for potential risk using data analytics (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Scores and flags travelers and cargo for potential risk using data analytics

ATS uses algorithmic risk scoring to analyze advance data on travelers and cargo, flagging high-risk targets for additional inspection.

Question 100: Which document is the official record an agent completes to document an arrest and the facts supporting it?

A search warrant
A subpoena
A report of investigation / arrest report (Correct answer)
A deportation order

Correct answer: A report of investigation / arrest report

Agents document the circumstances and probable cause of an arrest in a written report.

Question 101: Under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (TFTEA), CBP gained enhanced authority to combat which practice that costs the U.S. Treasury billions annually?

Unauthorized export of dual-use technology
Tariff preference level abuse by USMCA partners
Undervaluation and duty evasion by importers (Correct answer)
Overpayment of refunds to exporters

Correct answer: Undervaluation and duty evasion by importers

TFTEA gave CBP stronger tools to combat undervaluation, misclassification, and other forms of duty evasion by importers.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) / Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entrance Examination

The CBP/BPA Entrance Examination assesses candidates on logical reasoning, border security operations, drug and contraband interdiction, agricultural inspection, and CBP technology systems required for careers as CBP Officers or U.S. Border Patrol Agents.

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