TSA Prohibited Items and Baggage Policies 2

Question 1

Which of the following items must be removed from carry-on bags and placed separately in a screening bin at the TSA checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

Laptops and large electronics

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Books and paper documents

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Medications in original containers

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Shoes (required for all passengers)

Question 2

A passenger traveling with a medically necessary liquid exceeding 3.4 ounces should:

Accepted Answer

Declare it to the TSA officer; it may be allowed after additional screening

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Leave it at home as it is always prohibited regardless of medical need

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Surrender it to the TSA officer at the checkpoint

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Place it in checked baggage where no liquid limits apply

Question 3

According to TSA guidelines, tools measuring 7 inches or shorter (end to end) are generally:

Accepted Answer

Allowed in carry-on baggage

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Prohibited in all baggage

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Allowed in checked baggage only

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Allowed only with prior written TSA approval

Question 4

Which statement about transporting alcohol in checked baggage is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol over 70% ABV (140 proof) is prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage

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All alcohol is prohibited in checked baggage regardless of ABV

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Only beer and wine are permitted in checked baggage

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Up to 10 liters of any alcohol is allowed per passenger in checked baggage

Question 5

Under TSA rules, a snow globe may be carried in carry-on baggage only if:

Accepted Answer

It appears to contain 3.4 oz or less of liquid and fits in a quart-sized bag

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It contains certified distilled water confirmed by the manufacturer

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It was purchased at a duty-free shop located after the security checkpoint

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It is presented in original sealed retail packaging

Question 6

Dry ice (solid carbon dioxide) transported in aircraft baggage must:

Accepted Answer

Not exceed 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg), be in vented packaging, and have airline approval

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Be prohibited entirely on all commercial aircraft

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Be placed in checked baggage only and in any quantity

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Be declared to TSA but requires no other special restrictions

Question 7

A passenger who uses a wheelchair or personal mobility aid and cannot easily go through standard AIT screening may:

Accepted Answer

Request an alternative screening method such as a pat-down

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Be required to arrange a medical flight waiver in advance

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Travel only on TSA-designated accessible flights

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Be required to transfer to a standard airport wheelchair before screening