TSA Prohibited Items and Baggage Policies

Question 1

Under TSA's 3-1-1 liquids rule, the maximum liquid container size permitted in carry-on baggage is:

Accepted Answer

3.4 ounces (100 ml)

Answer

TSA's 3-1-1 rule limits each liquid container to 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less when carried in carry-on baggage.

Question 2

How many quart-sized, clear plastic zip-top bags of liquids may each passenger bring through a TSA security checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

One bag

Answer

The 3-1-1 rule allows each passenger one quart-sized clear plastic zip-top bag containing their liquids, gels, and aerosols.

Question 3

Which of the following items is permitted in carry-on baggage?

Accepted Answer

A 3-ounce aerosol deodorant

Answer

Aerosols in containers of 3.4 ounces or less are permitted in carry-on baggage under the 3-1-1 rule, while baseball bats, box cutters, and oversized snow globes are prohibited.

Question 4

When transporting an unloaded firearm in checked baggage, the firearm must be placed:

Accepted Answer

In a hard-sided locked container and declared to the airline at check-in

Answer

TSA requires firearms in checked baggage to be unloaded, stored in a hard-sided locked container, and declared to the airline representative at check-in.

Question 5

Which of the following categories of items is prohibited in BOTH carry-on and checked baggage?

Accepted Answer

Explosive and incendiary materials

Answer

Explosive and incendiary materials are prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage because they pose an extreme and unacceptable safety risk on aircraft.

(TSA) Transportation Security Administration Certified Practice Test

(TSA) Transportation Security Administration Certified Practice Test

TSA Prohibited Items and Baggage Policies