Exam (elaborations) IS -200.c Final Questions and Answers Spring 2022, all correct answers.

IS -200.c Final Questions 1. Which of the following is NOT a recommended characteristic for incident objectives? A. Stated in broad terms to allow for flexibility B. Measurable and attainable C. In accordance with the Incident Commander's authorities D. Includes a standard and timeframe 2. When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told: A. The effective time and date of the transfer B. The qualifications of the incoming Incident Commander C. The limits of the Incident Commander’s scope of authority D. The Incident Commander’s cell phone number 3. Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident? A. Potential hazardous materials B. Community and responder safety C. Political sensitivity, external influences, and media relations D. Cost considerations of responding agencies 4. Which statement below correctly describes how to manage span of control using the modular concept? A. Span of control should be established without consideration of factors such as the type of incident, nature of the task, hazards, and safety factors B. Span of control may be extended beyond 1:10 in order to ensure that more resources can be deployed on complex, large incidents C. Span of control is accomplished by organizing resources into Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections D. Span of control is less of a factor of concern for incidents that are resolved within the initial operational period 5. When an incident expands . A. all functions of the Command and General Staff are filled and the entire list of elements within each Section. B. all functions of the Command and General Staff must be filled. C. only the functions and positions necessary are filled. D. functions and positions remain the same throughout the incident regardless of expansion. 6. The process of granting authority to carry out specific functions is called . A. Contingency Plan B. Incident Situational Analysis C. Incident Complexity Analysis D. Delegation of Authority 7. An Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) from the affected jurisdiction is considered an ICS Tool. A. TRUE B. FALSE 8. The first duty of ICS leadership is the safety of all personnel involved in an incident or a planned event. A. TRUE B. FALSE 9. Which of the following demonstrates a leader's commitment to duty? A. Developing subordinates for the future. B. Stepping out of a tactical role to assume a leadership role when needed. C. Ensuring tasks are understood. D. All of the above. 10. Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed? A. If the Incident Commander is acting within his or her existing authorities B. To relieve the granting authority of the ultimate responsibility for the incident C. When the incident scope is complex or beyond existing authorities D. To specify the Incident Action Plan to be implemented by the Incident Commander 11. Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing? A. Situation Status B. Resources ordered and end route C. Current organization D. Special requests from agency representatives 12. Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks? A. Manageable Span of Control B. Modular Organization C. Management by Objectives D. Comprehensive Resource Management 13. Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required? A. Type 4 B. Type 2 C. Type 3 D. Type 5 14. Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor? A. Manageable Span of Control B. Modular Organization C. Management by Objectives D. Chain of Command and Unity of Command 15. When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens? A. The more qualified person becomes the new Incident Commander at the beginning of the next operational period. B. The more qualified person automatically becomes the new Incident Commander and assumes command. The outgoing Incident Commander demobilizes to avoid confusion. C. The more qualified person has options based on agency guidelines; these can include assuming command, maintaining command as is, or requesting a more qualified Incident Commander. D. The Emergency Operations Center Director must order a Transfer of Command. 16. Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing? A. Presents the Incident Action Plan (IAP) for the upcoming period to supervisory personnel B. Helps keep the public and media informed about the incident status and operational accomplishments C. Provides an orientation to individual resources at the beginning of their assignments D. Sets forth the specific tasks, reporting relationships, and expectations for support staff 17. The Incident Command System (ICS) is: A. A military system used in domestic incidents to ensure command and control of Federal resources. B. A standardized management tool for meeting the demands of small or large emergency or nonemergency situations. C. A relatively new approach created based on the lessons learned from Hurricane Harvey disaster operations. D. Most applicable to the management of complex incidents that extend over many hours or days. 18. Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources? A. Type 4 B. Type 2 C. Type 3 D. Type 5 19. Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief? A. Logistics Section Chief B. Public Information Officer C. Operations Section Chief D. Planning Section Chief 20. Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command? A. Details how authority flows through the incident management organization. B. Allows the Incident Commander to control the actions of personnel under his or her supervision. C. Restricts personnel from sharing information with each other. D. Avoids confusion by requiring that orders flow from supervisors.