FEMA IS-700.B: AN INTRODUCTION TO
THE NATIONAL INCIDENT
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS)
PRACTICE EXAM
1. Which NIMS management characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions
for major organizational functions and facilities?
A. Common Terminology
B. Modular Organization
C. Management by Objectives
D. Unified Command
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Common Terminology ensures that personnel from different
agencies can communicate effectively by using plain language and standardized terms for
functions, resources, and facilities.
,2. Which NIMS component focuses on the systems and tools that help ensure that incident
personnel and decision makers have the information they need?
A. Resource Management
B. Command and Coordination
C. Communications and Information Management
D. Preparedness
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Communications and Information Management describes the
systems and methods that help to build a common operating picture and ensure data is
available across all levels.
3. In the Incident Command System (ICS), the process of moving the responsibility for incident
command from one Incident Commander to another is called:
A. Chain of Command
B. Transfer of Command
C. Unity of Command
D. Delegation of Authority
Answer: B
, Conceptual Explanation: Transfer of Command is the formal process that includes a
briefing to ensure the new Incident Commander has all necessary information for
continuing operations.
4. What is the recommended span of control for a supervisor in NIMS?
A. 1 to 10 subordinates
B. 8 to 12 subordinates
C. 3 to 7 subordinates
D. No specific limit exists
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: NIMS guidelines suggest a span of control of one supervisor to
three to seven subordinates, with one to five being the ideal ratio.
5. Which NIMS management characteristic refers to the number of individuals or resources
that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident?
A. Manageable Span of Control
B. Comprehensive Resource Management
C. Modular Organization
D. Incident Action Planning
Answer: A
THE NATIONAL INCIDENT
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS)
PRACTICE EXAM
1. Which NIMS management characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions
for major organizational functions and facilities?
A. Common Terminology
B. Modular Organization
C. Management by Objectives
D. Unified Command
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Common Terminology ensures that personnel from different
agencies can communicate effectively by using plain language and standardized terms for
functions, resources, and facilities.
,2. Which NIMS component focuses on the systems and tools that help ensure that incident
personnel and decision makers have the information they need?
A. Resource Management
B. Command and Coordination
C. Communications and Information Management
D. Preparedness
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Communications and Information Management describes the
systems and methods that help to build a common operating picture and ensure data is
available across all levels.
3. In the Incident Command System (ICS), the process of moving the responsibility for incident
command from one Incident Commander to another is called:
A. Chain of Command
B. Transfer of Command
C. Unity of Command
D. Delegation of Authority
Answer: B
, Conceptual Explanation: Transfer of Command is the formal process that includes a
briefing to ensure the new Incident Commander has all necessary information for
continuing operations.
4. What is the recommended span of control for a supervisor in NIMS?
A. 1 to 10 subordinates
B. 8 to 12 subordinates
C. 3 to 7 subordinates
D. No specific limit exists
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: NIMS guidelines suggest a span of control of one supervisor to
three to seven subordinates, with one to five being the ideal ratio.
5. Which NIMS management characteristic refers to the number of individuals or resources
that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident?
A. Manageable Span of Control
B. Comprehensive Resource Management
C. Modular Organization
D. Incident Action Planning
Answer: A
