SAR TECH MIDTERM EXAM
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1. When converting a magnetic bearing to a grid bearing in an area with a 15-degree West
declination, what must you do?
A. Add 15 degrees
B. Subtract 15 degrees
C. Multiply by 15 degrees
D. No change is required
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: When moving from magnetic to grid with a West declination,
you subtract the declination (MN to GN: subtract West, add East).
2. In the Incident Command System (ICS), which section is responsible for the direct
management of all tactical activities?
A. Logistics Section
B. Planning Section
C. Operations Section
D. Finance Section
,Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Operations Section manages all tactical operations at the
incident site to achieve the objectives.
3. Which search pattern is most effective for covering large, open areas where a high
Probability of Detection (POD) is required quickly?
A. Contour Search
B. Hasty Search
C. Parallel Sweep Search
D. Point-to-Point Search
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Parallel sweep searches are systematic and designed for high
POD in larger areas, whereas hasty searches prioritize speed over coverage.
4. In technical rope rescue, what is the theoretical mechanical advantage of a simple 3:1 Z-
drag system?
A. 2:1
B. 5:1
C. 4:1
D. 3:1
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: A simple Z-drag consists of one traveling pulley and one fixed
pulley acting on the same line, resulting in a 3:1 theoretical advantage.
5. What does the term ‘Probability of Detection’ (POD) represent in search theory?
A. The likelihood that the subject is in the search area
B. The likelihood that a searcher will find the subject, assuming the subject is in the area
C. The total area covered by the search team
D. The time taken to locate a clue
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: POD is a measure of search effectiveness, specifically the
probability of finding the target if it is actually in the area searched.
6. A patient exhibiting altered mental status, cool/clammy skin, and a rapid, weak pulse is
likely suffering from which stage of shock?
A. Compensated shock
B. Decompensated shock
C. Irreversible shock
D. Hypoglycemic shock
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Altered mental status and a drop in perfusion indicators often
signal the transition to decompensated shock.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
VERIFIED. JUST RELEASED
1. When converting a magnetic bearing to a grid bearing in an area with a 15-degree West
declination, what must you do?
A. Add 15 degrees
B. Subtract 15 degrees
C. Multiply by 15 degrees
D. No change is required
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: When moving from magnetic to grid with a West declination,
you subtract the declination (MN to GN: subtract West, add East).
2. In the Incident Command System (ICS), which section is responsible for the direct
management of all tactical activities?
A. Logistics Section
B. Planning Section
C. Operations Section
D. Finance Section
,Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Operations Section manages all tactical operations at the
incident site to achieve the objectives.
3. Which search pattern is most effective for covering large, open areas where a high
Probability of Detection (POD) is required quickly?
A. Contour Search
B. Hasty Search
C. Parallel Sweep Search
D. Point-to-Point Search
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Parallel sweep searches are systematic and designed for high
POD in larger areas, whereas hasty searches prioritize speed over coverage.
4. In technical rope rescue, what is the theoretical mechanical advantage of a simple 3:1 Z-
drag system?
A. 2:1
B. 5:1
C. 4:1
D. 3:1
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: A simple Z-drag consists of one traveling pulley and one fixed
pulley acting on the same line, resulting in a 3:1 theoretical advantage.
5. What does the term ‘Probability of Detection’ (POD) represent in search theory?
A. The likelihood that the subject is in the search area
B. The likelihood that a searcher will find the subject, assuming the subject is in the area
C. The total area covered by the search team
D. The time taken to locate a clue
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: POD is a measure of search effectiveness, specifically the
probability of finding the target if it is actually in the area searched.
6. A patient exhibiting altered mental status, cool/clammy skin, and a rapid, weak pulse is
likely suffering from which stage of shock?
A. Compensated shock
B. Decompensated shock
C. Irreversible shock
D. Hypoglycemic shock
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Altered mental status and a drop in perfusion indicators often
signal the transition to decompensated shock.
