JFC 100 J2OP DSCA Pre Test Questions and Answers (2022/2023) (Verified Answers)

Pre Test Back to Status page contains 27 Questions 1) When the US Coast Guard enforces marine resource management and protection regimes of marine resources, these are examples of what type of mission? Suppor t Safet y Securit y Stewardship (correct) 2) Core capabilities and capability targets are exclusive to a single level of government or organization, and do not require the combined efforts of the whole community. True 3) A tenet of the Incident Command System is that the incident commander (IC) is the only person in charge. When an incident expands into a unified command (UC), what type of command structure does the UC have? The DOD takes over all decisions A single UC is elected The DHS takes over all decisions National Guard and state active duty forces are under multiple headquarters supporting federal civil authorities The relationship between DOD, combatant commands, National Guard and Reserve are not clearly defined by law National Guard forces remain subject to recall to active duty under Title 32 to meet federal requirement National Guard forces have no direct operational relationship to DOD or combatant commands while in Title 32 (correct) 5) The capabilities of preventing adversaries from attacking the U.S. homeland, and defeating national security threats in the maritime and air approaches, helps DOD achieve which of the following key objectives? Deter, intercept, and defeat threats at a safe distance (correct) Achieve maximum awareness of potential threats Support consequence management for mass casualty attacks Achieve mission assurance 6) Which of the following statements is TRUE? A national risk assessment was conducted highlighting key findings affirming the need for a capability-based approach to preparedness planning. (correct) The results of the Strategic National Risk Assessment indicate that a narrow range of threats and hazards pose a significant risk to our foreign counterparts. The core capabilities were designated by the White House staff and PPD- 8 based on discussions with emergency management experts. The development of core capabilities was based on theoretical notions of past disaster experiences in foreign countries. 7) The describes and organizes an integrated set of guidance, programs, and processes to enable the National Preparedness Goal. National Response Framework The key principles of the national preparedness goal National Incident Management System 8) Under which two basic authorities does USACE conduct its emergency response activities? Insurrection Act Act The Posse Comitatus Emergency Management Assistance Compact a Establishes an orderly line of authority within the ranks of the incident management ) organization b Enables efficient, clear communications and standard titles for functions, facilities, ) and positions c Develops based on the size and complexity of the incident at the ) direction of the IC d Ensures all individuals have a designated supervisor to whom they report at the ) scene of the incident Common terminology Chain of command Unity of Command Modular organization Correct Answer : --- Common terminology --- Chain of command --- Unity of Command --- Modular organization 10) Combatant commands use a phased approach when planning for a wide spectrum of operations. Which phase is characterized by a "rapid response to maintain the public trust and mitigate suffering and save lives?" Phase I - Anticipate Phase II - Respond (correct) Phase III - Operate Phase IV - Stabilize 11) The National Planning Scenarios form a basis for coordinated Federal , , . assessment, planning, and execution objectives, tools, and capability threat management, evacuation procedures, and disaster relief planning, training, and exercises (correct) 12) "Mission areas" were used to determine the response requirements generated by the national planning scenarios. Which of the following mission areas deals with detecting an incident, determining its impact, and making government notifications? Investigation/apprehensi on Prevention/deterren ce Emergency management/response Emergency assessment/diagnosis (correct) 13) The DOD requires the defense support of civil authorities plans to be compatible with NIMS and the Incident Command System and what else? National strategic response network Department of Justice National Response Framework Department of Homeland Security 14) The five major functional areas consist of the Command Staff as a whole and the four sections in the General Staff: Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Finance and Administration. Of these, the planning section: Conducts situation control; overseeing staging, ground, and air resources; and restoring normal conditions Orders resources from off-incident locations, providing communications and information technology support Appoints section chiefs to manage the ICS functions and delegates management authority for their areas as needed Typically consists of the resources unit, the situation unit, the demobilization unit, and the documentation unit (correct) 15) Past emergencies have revealed the need for a coordinated response, particularly in procedure standardization and responder interoperability to reduce loss of life, property damage, and harm to the environment. What department mandated NIMS and NRF training for DSCA participants? Department of Homeland Security Department of the Interior Department of Homeland Defense Department of Defense (correct) 16) Of the common core capabilities that serve to unify the mission areas, which provides a complete and integrated picture of the sequence and scope of the tasks to achieve objectives? Planning (correct) Operational Coordination Public Information and Warning 17) In the state emergency operations center, information about where to receive assistance is communicated directly to victims and their families through this center (if established): Communications operations center Joint information center (correct) Emergency information center State emergency information center 18) National Incident Management System (NIMS) is based on the two core principles of flexibility and standardization. NIMS is described as flexible because it: (Select all that apply) Improves integration and connectivity among jurisdictions and disciplines Fosters cohesion among various organizations 19) The responsibility for responding to incidents, both natural and manmade, begins at the local level with individuals and public officials in the county, city, or town affected by the incident. Which of the following is not a key leadership element? Emergency Manager Defense Coordinating Officer (DCO) (correct) Department and agency heads Chief elected or appointed official 20) "A planning process that occurs under uncertainty in order to provide capabilities suitable for a wide range of challenges and circumstances..." describes: Circumstance-based planning Scenario-based planning Capabilities-based planning (correct) Challenge-based planning 21) A request for federal assistance (RFA) should be evaluated on the basis of six variables. Which variable relates to whether the requested support is in the interest of DOD? Cos t Risk Legalit y Readines s Lethalit y Appropriateness (correct) 22) Which of the following accurately describes a USNORTHCOM and USPACOM's operational objective of DSCA missions? Transitioning federal support responsibilities to local civil authorities P