FEMA IS 700b EXAM 2026/2027 (Actual Exam) 70
Questions with verified answers
Introduction:
70-question practice exam for FEMA IS-700.b / IS-700.c. It focuses deeper on ICS
organization, facilities, and resource lifecycle while still covering all NIMS principles.
Every question has a bolded correct answer plus rationale to explain why. Designed for
second-round revision to test true understanding and close knowledge gaps before
attempting the official FEMA certification exam. Correct answer is Bold Green
TOPICS COVERED IN SET 2:
• HSPD-5 and origin of NIMS
• NIMS vs NRF relationship
• ICS as standardized all-hazards tool
• 5 major ICS functions - Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Admin
• Command Staff vs General Staff
• Divisions vs Groups[geographic][functional]
• ICS facilities - ICP, Staging Area, Base, Camp, Helibase, Helispot
• Unified Command, Area Command, and transfer of command
• Management by Objectives and SMART objectives
• IAP components and operational periods
• Chain of command, unity of command, accountability
• Resource management cycle - typing, credentialing, inventory, ordering, tracking,
demobilization
• Dispatch/deployment - no self-deployment
• Mutual aid agreements and preparedness cycle
• Communications - plain language, interoperability, integrated communications
• JIS/JIC - public information principles
• EOC structures - ICS-like vs Departmental
• MAC Groups coordination, not tactical command
1. NIMS was developed to:
A. Improve coordination between all response partners regardless of size or
discipline
B. Create a federal police force
C. Replace local emergency plans
D. Only manage wildfires
Rationale: NIMS core purpose is improving coordination and interoperability.
2. Which Presidential directive required NIMS?
A. Executive Order 123
B. Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 [HSPD-5]
, C. HSPD-1
D. No directive, voluntary
Rationale: HSPD-5 mandated development of NIMS.
3. The National Response Framework [NRF] is:
A. Same as NIMS
C. Guide for how the nation responds to all types of incidents, based on NIMS
principles
B. Only for terrorism
C. Guide for how nation responds
D. Local plan
Rationale: NRF is built on NIMS concepts and provides national response policy.
4. NIMS integration requires:
A. Only federal adoption
C. Integration into existing training, exercises, and personnel qualifications
B. Ignoring state plans
C. Integration into training
D. Purchasing new equipment only
Rationale: NIMS must be integrated into preparedness efforts.
5. Which is NOT a NIMS component?
C. Hazard Mitigation
A. Command and Management
B. Resource Management
C. Hazard Mitigation is a mission area, not NIMS component
D. Communications and Information Management
Rationale: NIMS has 3 components - Command & Management, Resource Mgmt,
Comms & Info Mgmt.
6. ICS is:
A. A standardized management tool for meeting demands of any emergency
B. Only for fire service
C. A computer software
D. A federal agency
Rationale: ICS is standardized, all-hazards management tool.
7. In ICS, the term 'Incident' includes:
A. Both emergency incidents and planned events like parades, concerts
B. Only disasters
C. Only federal emergencies
D. Only small incidents
Rationale: ICS is used for both incidents and planned events.
8. Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves clear, concise incident
information sharing?
A. Accountability
C. Information and Intelligence Management
B. Chain of Command
C. Info and Intel Mgmt
D. Finance
Rationale: Information and Intelligence Management covers gathering and sharing info.
Questions with verified answers
Introduction:
70-question practice exam for FEMA IS-700.b / IS-700.c. It focuses deeper on ICS
organization, facilities, and resource lifecycle while still covering all NIMS principles.
Every question has a bolded correct answer plus rationale to explain why. Designed for
second-round revision to test true understanding and close knowledge gaps before
attempting the official FEMA certification exam. Correct answer is Bold Green
TOPICS COVERED IN SET 2:
• HSPD-5 and origin of NIMS
• NIMS vs NRF relationship
• ICS as standardized all-hazards tool
• 5 major ICS functions - Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Admin
• Command Staff vs General Staff
• Divisions vs Groups[geographic][functional]
• ICS facilities - ICP, Staging Area, Base, Camp, Helibase, Helispot
• Unified Command, Area Command, and transfer of command
• Management by Objectives and SMART objectives
• IAP components and operational periods
• Chain of command, unity of command, accountability
• Resource management cycle - typing, credentialing, inventory, ordering, tracking,
demobilization
• Dispatch/deployment - no self-deployment
• Mutual aid agreements and preparedness cycle
• Communications - plain language, interoperability, integrated communications
• JIS/JIC - public information principles
• EOC structures - ICS-like vs Departmental
• MAC Groups coordination, not tactical command
1. NIMS was developed to:
A. Improve coordination between all response partners regardless of size or
discipline
B. Create a federal police force
C. Replace local emergency plans
D. Only manage wildfires
Rationale: NIMS core purpose is improving coordination and interoperability.
2. Which Presidential directive required NIMS?
A. Executive Order 123
B. Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 [HSPD-5]
, C. HSPD-1
D. No directive, voluntary
Rationale: HSPD-5 mandated development of NIMS.
3. The National Response Framework [NRF] is:
A. Same as NIMS
C. Guide for how the nation responds to all types of incidents, based on NIMS
principles
B. Only for terrorism
C. Guide for how nation responds
D. Local plan
Rationale: NRF is built on NIMS concepts and provides national response policy.
4. NIMS integration requires:
A. Only federal adoption
C. Integration into existing training, exercises, and personnel qualifications
B. Ignoring state plans
C. Integration into training
D. Purchasing new equipment only
Rationale: NIMS must be integrated into preparedness efforts.
5. Which is NOT a NIMS component?
C. Hazard Mitigation
A. Command and Management
B. Resource Management
C. Hazard Mitigation is a mission area, not NIMS component
D. Communications and Information Management
Rationale: NIMS has 3 components - Command & Management, Resource Mgmt,
Comms & Info Mgmt.
6. ICS is:
A. A standardized management tool for meeting demands of any emergency
B. Only for fire service
C. A computer software
D. A federal agency
Rationale: ICS is standardized, all-hazards management tool.
7. In ICS, the term 'Incident' includes:
A. Both emergency incidents and planned events like parades, concerts
B. Only disasters
C. Only federal emergencies
D. Only small incidents
Rationale: ICS is used for both incidents and planned events.
8. Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves clear, concise incident
information sharing?
A. Accountability
C. Information and Intelligence Management
B. Chain of Command
C. Info and Intel Mgmt
D. Finance
Rationale: Information and Intelligence Management covers gathering and sharing info.
