TSA Basic TSA Practice 4

Question 1

What should an officer do if they are unsure whether an item is prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Consult the prohibited items guidance or a supervisor

Answer

When uncertain, officers should reference official guidance or ask a supervisor.

Question 2

Which document is acceptable identification at a TSA checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

A valid U.S. passport

Answer

A valid passport is an accepted form of government-issued ID.

Question 3

Solve: If a checkpoint screens 120 passengers per hour, how many are screened in 30 minutes at the same rate?

Accepted Answer

60

Answer

Half of 120 passengers per hour is 60 in 30 minutes.

Question 4

An officer notices a colleague sleeping on duty at the X-ray monitor. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Report it to a supervisor

Answer

Sleeping on duty is a security lapse that must be reported.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of TSA screening operations?

Accepted Answer

Prevent prohibited items and threats from entering aircraft

Answer

The core mission is preventing threats from reaching aircraft.

(TSA) Transportation Security Administration Certified Practice Test