DOE Core (RCT) Practice Exam
With Verified Answers 2025
Atomic Mass - correct -answer-The actual weight of a particular isotope in AMU
The atomic # is the # of: - correct -answer-Protons in the nucleus
The periodic table of the elements lists all known elements in order of: - correct -
answer-Increasing atomic #
The Law of Bergonie & Tribondeau states that the radiosenstivity of tissue is ____
proportional to its reproductive capacity - correct -answer-Directly
Which agency was given legal authority in 1946 to regulate safety of both its
workers & its contract workers according to recommendations of then-current
experts? - correct -answer-Atomic Energy Commission (AEC)
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Which agency took over the licensing function of the AEA for the atomic energy
industry? - correct -answer-Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
Which group/agency was formed in 1928 & adopted the first set of radiation
protection recommendations? - correct -answer-International Commission on
Radiation Protection (ICRP)
When should applicable ALARA practices be factored into the plans & procedures
for tasks involving radiological work? - correct -answer-Pre-job ALARA review
One reason for holding a post-job review would beto - correct -answer-Investigate
unusual exposure events
Which of the following actions would cause a stop work order to be issued by the
RCT? - correct -answer-Radiological controls not being implemented
One purpose of an ALARA pre-job brief is to: - correct -answer-Identify effective
dose reduction measures