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  • What information is typically included in an informant file?
  • Which of the following is an example of a vulnerability?
  • Observable or detectable activities or information that can be pieced together to reveal sensitive information.
  • During debriefing, what is typically promised to informants?
  • What term describes substances used to cause death or incapacitation through chemical means?
  • Which type of informant is described as the most valuable, typically a violator or criminal associate with substantive information about violations of law?
  • In a concurrent jurisdiction scenario, which actions are possible for Federal authorities?
  • Which is described as colorless and odorless?
  • Which term is the systematic process to identify, control and protect sensitive information about a mission, operation, etc; thus denying adversaries the ability to compromise or interrupt that mission?
  • Which are listed as 'other motives' of informants?
  • An advantage of planning OPSEC into operations is that it allows for changes in OPSEC factors over time.
  • Which description defines an assault?
  • If threat, vulnerability, or impact increases, what happens to risk?
  • What are the two primary lighting techniques used to detect features on documents?
  • When meeting with a confidential informant, what types of questions should be asked?
  • Created in 1988 by the NSDD 298; the systematic process to identify, control and protect generally sensitive but unclassified information about a mission, operation, etc.; thus denying an adversary's ability to compromise or interrupt that mission.
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as a core value for law enforcement in the material?
  • Capability of an adversary to do harm.
  • Which type of evidence proves a fact without the need to draw an inference?
  • Which statement about the burden of proof is true?
  • MRZ stands for which feature on passports?
  • Under the Appropriateness test, a timely complaint must be filed within how many calendar days with the EEO officer?
  • Which term refers to tangible items that support a case?
  • Which term describes vulnerabilities that indicate where adversaries should focus their collection efforts?
  • Which agent is described as colorless as a vapor and smells like lemon pledge?
  • Which of the following is an example of an informant within regulated industry?
  • Which statute is cited as the definition of weapon of mass destruction in the source material?
  • Racial profiling is defined as actions based on which characteristic rather than the behavior of the person?
  • Which gas is a type of blood agent that has an almond-like odor and is colorless?
  • Evidence must be ______ to be admissible.
  • Which term describes the act of placing a new photo over the original image to misrepresent identity?
  • Which factor is not part of the standard risk calculation described?
  • In the exclusive jurisdiction scenario described, which action may the federal authorities take regarding a state-law offense?
  • Felony is defined as:
  • When evaluating threat potential, which statement best describes the adversary who should be considered?
  • Which countermeasure is considered among the most effective among organizations?
  • Which countermeasure should be used sparingly because of its expense and maintenance difficulty?
  • Which term describes law enforcement actions based on race or group characteristics rather than individual behavior?
  • Where is Microprint and text usually found on security documents?
  • In threat analysis, indicators are best described as which of the following?
  • Which statement describes a downside of using a biological weapon?
  • Which concept requires an impact or economic benefit?
  • Which statement best defines a stereotype?
  • Which statement about emotionally disturbed informants is supported by the material?
  • Which is a common element when developing an informant dossier?
  • All criminal statutes contain which requirement?
  • Which statement best describes the effect of the Assimilative Crimes Act?
  • How many informants does an informant file contain information about?
  • Classification as felony or misdemeanor is based on:
  • Photo substitution involves altering which elements?
  • Which of the following is evidence of a hostile work environment?
  • Which type of agents are described as a clear liquid with no odor?
  • Which elements are considered when evaluating an informant's violation of law?
  • Which concept is described as 'One event may be sufficient to establish a hostile work environment under which framework?'
  • Which term describes jurisdiction belonging to both the states and United States (federal LEO/AUSA and state LEO/DA have authority)?
  • Why should law enforcement officers be held to a higher standard?
  • Which statement best contrasts general intent with specific intent?
  • When evaluating information from an informant, you should primarily consider which aspect?
  • Which statement defines weapon of mass destruction under 18 U.S.C. 2332a?
  • Experiments have shown that reflecting on a moral issue before becoming involved makes an individual more likely to do what?
  • Which office is responsible for protecting whistleblowers?
  • Which statement best captures the concept of values in the law enforcement context?
  • Which trio constitutes the three components of good character?
  • An adversary's capability is defined as his ability to do which of the following?
  • What is the only promise a LEO can make to an informant?
  • A person who does not request that his identity be held in strict confidence.
  • Impeachment can occur during which process?
  • An example of misuse of government property is
  • The appropriateness test asks if the language or behavior would embarrass whom?
  • Which decision-making model includes Alternatives, Consequences, Tell (Your Story)?
  • Which of the following is TRUE about concurrent jurisdiction?
  • Which are listed as common motives of informants?
  • Which agent is described as a colorless vapor that smells like garlic and acts over hours?
  • Is the statement 'All criminal statutes contain the elements of the crime and the penalty' true?
  • In the described decision-making model, ACT stands for
  • Which term best fits offenses punishable by five days in prison or less?
  • Which statement best defines a stereotype?
  • Which part is among the most commonly altered on identification documents?
  • Which term describes actions taken to reduce risk to information security?
  • Which gas is a type of blood agent that smells like almonds and is colorless?
  • Which term describes the willpower to do the right thing?
  • Which statement best describes the punishment associated with specific intent?
  • Ink that tends to change color or vary optically as the angle of lighting changes is called:
  • If an informant commits an unauthorized illegal act, what should you do?
  • Demonstrative evidence is best described as?
  • Which document is commonly issued as proof of work authorization for non-immigrant workers in the United States?
  • Which term is described as a temporary period of adjustment to normal routine?
  • What is the primary criterion when selecting a countermeasure?
  • Which statement best describes direct evidence?
  • Which statement correctly defines a misdemeanor?
  • Which item is commonly associated with counterfeiting as a tool?
  • Which principle should guide investigators when considering informants?
  • OPSEC aims to reduce indicators to prevent adversary tip-offs.
  • What is the information most needed to document an informant meeting?
  • Ethics in law enforcement is best described as standards that govern what?
  • Which concept can involve coworkers or third parties, not just survivors?
  • Infraction is typically punished by what duration in prison?
  • What does the Assimilative Crimes Act allow in federal courts?
  • If a confidential informant has a desire for revenge, the investigator should do what regarding control?
  • Remember: a witness who testifies does so under what condition?
  • Which statement about probable cause is most accurate for initiating criminal process?
  • Which statement best describes concurrent jurisdiction?
  • Which group is prohibited from carrying firearms?
  • If any one element of risk shrinks to zero, which statement BEST describes the risk status?
  • Which group is listed under 'Other types of informants'?
  • When evaluating potential informants, investigators should determine whether the person is involved with criminal activity.
  • Which term involves examining the effectiveness of countermeasures, identifying vulnerabilities and risks, and prioritizing interventions?
  • Quid Pro Quo harassment involves what?
  • Which informant is described as potentially good, with everyone as a potential informant, but caution with emotionally disturbed and ill?
  • Which statement best describes the distinction between assault and battery?
  • Which of the following countermeasures may be necessary if routine activities provide an adversary with tip-offs to critical information?
  • What is the offense classification for gratuity under 18 U.S.C. § 201?
  • Which form of harassment requires unwelcome sexual advances and a tangible economic benefit contingent on submission?
  • A person who refuses to identify himself or uses a fictitious name; his true identity is not known.
  • Respect is described as which of the following in interactions with others?
  • Ethics is defined as which of the following?
  • Which of the following is an example of a vulnerability that can increase risk?
  • Is the defense in a trial required to present evidence?
  • Under 18 U.S.C. § 111, does the offender have to know that the victim is a federal employee?
  • Which statement best summarizes the standard for establishing a hostile work environment?
  • Which category of informants has access to information that could be the predication for a criminal investigation, such as pharmacists or nurses?
  • Identifying a unit based upon how they deploy their equipment is an example of:
  • Which of the following is the best example of a hostile work environment?
  • Which statute converts state offenses into federal crimes when the acts occur within federal jurisdiction?
  • In a hazard incident, responders should stay upwind of the hazard within approximately how many feet?
  • Which option best describes a stereotype?
  • Under concurrent jurisdiction, which actions can the Federal authorities take?
  • What is the first thing you should discuss with the informant regarding the law?
  • Which statute establishes whistleblower protections for federal employees?
  • Which term represents the probability that an adversary will compromise your critical information and the impact if successful?
  • Which type of intent is associated with capital felonies (punishment by more than one year or death)?
  • What is recommended regarding informant meetings to protect identity?
  • What is the number one way LEOs get in trouble legally?
  • What is a method to rehabilitate a witness after impeachment?
  • Under the Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-5), which agency is designated as the lead for criminal investigations?
  • The I-551 card is issued for 10 years to immigrants and called the ________.
  • Which value is described as 'personal ability to face difficulty with resolve and without excessive fear'?
  • Circumstantial (indirect) evidence is also known as what type of evidence?
  • Which term refers to the mental state of a defendant at the time of an offense, including general and specific forms of intent?
  • Informant agreements should be...
  • Which of the following is a type of harassment behavior?
  • Which item is associated with trace evidence?
  • Under 18 U.S.C. § 114, bribery involves intent to influence what?
  • Assessing a vulnerability in conjunction with the threat, and then determining the impact this would have on an operation if the vulnerability is exploited determines the level of risk.
  • The development of a countermeasure focuses directly on the:
  • Which statement about risk modeling is accurate?
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the two commonly recognized types of intent?
  • Which category includes clergy, attorneys, physicians, and the press as potential informants?
  • Which countermeasure should be used sparingly because of its expense and maintenance difficulty?
  • Which term describes the mental state requiring intent to commit the prohibited act?
  • Under 18 U.S.C. § 111, which individuals are protected?
  • Which act is identified by public law numbers 101-12 and 103 Statute 16?
  • A guiding principle for handling money received by informants is to preserve which quality?
  • Racial profiling is defined as actions by law enforcement based on which factor rather than the behavior of an individual or information that leads the agency?
  • In OPSEC, which step involves identifying critical information?
  • What does a witness do when testifying?
  • What are the elements of a threat?
  • Which attribute is defined as 'being trustworthy, reliable, faithful, sincere'?
  • A person who requests that his identity be held in strict confidence.
  • Which statement describes how demonstrative evidence is used?
  • Which term refers to documentation and tracking of success or failure to detect problems early?
  • Compassion is defined as which?
  • Which term describes any law enforcement action that relies on race or group characteristics rather than individual behavior?
  • What term describes unwelcome conduct that is so severe or pervasive as to change the condition of the person's employment?
  • Which term describes jurisdiction that belongs exclusively to the United States, with no state law enforcement involvement?
  • OPSEC focuses on what type of information?
  • Quid Pro Quo translates to
  • In the context of hazardous substances, what describes a hot zone?
  • Which statement about documenting an informant interview is most accurate?
  • Which of the following BEST identifies the goal of OPSEC?
  • A person who assists law enforcement efforts by providing information concerning criminal activity that otherwise may not be provided, usually in return for monetary compensation or some other form or consideration.
  • Which of the following is listed among challenges related to evidence collectors?
  • Which of the following describes a potential problem with informants?
  • Which standard is used to determine guilt beyond a reasonable doubt?
  • What is stated about payments to informants?
  • Which category includes agents that blister lungs and skin?
  • Which law prohibits discrimination based on race, color, gender, or religion?
  • A risk is a function of which factors?
  • In the context of disaster response, which term describes FEMA's role as the lead agency?
  • Which agent is colorless as a vapor and smells like lemon pledge with an immediate effect?
  • The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on which characteristics?
  • Which term describes the maximum sentence that can be imposed for a crime under the statute?
  • Which statement best describes a risk associated with using professional informants?
  • What is considered the most important element to include in every informant file?
  • Which information about an informant should be used most when evaluating information?
  • Which chemical weapon is described as colorless and odorless?
  • Which statement best captures the professional expectations of law enforcement officers?
  • To convict at trial, what standard of proof is required?
  • Which term describes a person who does not request confidentiality for their identity?
  • What is the purpose of impeachment in court?
  • Indications of alterations include differences in color and ______.
  • An advantage of incorporating the use of OPSEC surveys is that it
  • What are the four types of sexual harassment behavior?
  • Which item is an example of demonstrative evidence?
  • Which of the following best describes demonstrative evidence?
  • Someone who contends with, opposes, or acts against your interest.
  • Respect is best described as what in interactions with others?
  • The general rule states investigators should take special care to ______ the identity of the informant.
  • How is risk determined when considering vulnerability and threat and potential impact?
  • Which term best describes ongoing routine operations where a change could tip off adversaries to a new activity?
  • Which term describes a person who supports law enforcement by providing information about criminal activity, typically for compensation?
  • Which item has been associated with quid pro quo harassment in the material?
  • A misdemeanor is punishable by:
  • Which term describes observable clues about how adversaries can exploit their advantages through analysis?
  • To charge a crime, what must the government prove?
  • What security feature appears and disappears and is usually used to protect photos?
  • Which category is described as an aerosolized liquid or powder that blisters the lungs and skin?
  • Indicators in risk assessment include patterns, stereotypes, and predictable actions; these are types of which concept?
  • What is the first step in the OPSEC process?
  • Which substance is a clear liquid with odorless properties?
  • Peer pressure can be extremely powerful, but _______.
  • Which security feature is described as changing color with the viewing angle?
  • The area of ALL passports that is standardized is called the:
  • Which security feature is commonly used to protect photographs on identity documents by appearing and disappearing when tilted?
  • The I-766 is called the ______ and is issued to ______.
  • Which informant is usually on a law enforcement payroll and motivated by money, but may manufacture evidence?
  • In the exclusive jurisdiction scenario, which action would be appropriate for federal authorities?
  • An advantage of incorporating OPSEC principles in the planning stage of any operation is that it
  • Which description defines battery?
  • Real evidence is defined as?
  • Which statute is explicitly cited as charging state offenses as federal crimes?
  • Which attribute is identified as a core value for law enforcement?
  • Which agent is described as a greenish-yellow gas with a pungent odor?
  • Which term describes an informant whose identity is kept confidential?
  • How can a witness be rehabilitated from impeachment?
  • Which term refers to acts about friendly intentions, capabilities, and operations vitally needed by adversaries to plan and act effectively?
  • An advantage of applying OPSEC principles during contingencies is that it reduces indicators and avoids giving an adversary activity tip-offs.
  • Which term refers to the management of consequences after a disaster?
  • Which step in the OPSEC process is a decision making step because it helps the decision maker prioritize and decide whether or not to apply a countermeasure?
  • What is the outcome of unwelcome conduct that is severe or pervasive enough to create a hostile environment?
  • Which concept can involve coworkers or third parties, not just survivors?
  • Which list is presented as the definition of values?
  • Which statement best reflects the standard for charging a crime?
  • Which term describes specific acts about friendly intentions, capabilities, and operations vital for adversaries to plan and act effectively?
  • What term describes a person who does not know they are providing information to law enforcement?
  • Which OPSEC step involves identifying crucial information?
  • Informant contacts should be documented for which elements?
  • Where are informant records stored?
  • Which example typically represents circumstantial evidence?
  • How are informants typically identified in records?
  • Infractions are punishable by:
  • Under 18 U.S.C. § 111, assault can occur in which scenario involving a federal employee who is off duty?
  • What are the elements of bribery of public officials concerning influencing testimony or appearance?
  • Which of the following is not an example of hostile environment?
  • What is the maximum sentence for Whiplash according to the material?
  • An investigator must determine the ______ of the investigation.
  • Which of the following is listed as a prohibited category from carrying firearms?
  • What should you not disclose about an informant?
  • Whiplash has been convicted of a crime that carries a max sentence of 1 year. What kind of crime is it?
  • Lack of proper training, use of non-secure communications, and poor system design are all examples of:
  • A weakness that can be exploited by an adversary to obtain your critical information.
  • Which value is defined as being trustworthy, reliable, faithful, and sincere?
  • Which of the following items is NOT typically considered a countermeasure in OPSEC?
  • Which statement is true about the mental state required for bribery influencing testimony?
  • Quid Pro Quo harassment is typically associated with which condition?
  • Which would be a quid pro quo harassment example not involving promotion?
  • An advantage of integrating OPSEC principles in your day-to-day operations is that it
  • Which agent is described as soluble in water and appears as a white powder with no odor?
  • Which agent is listed as a water-soluble white powder with no odor?
  • Which of the following best defines a biological weapon?
  • Which of the following best defines impeachment?
  • Fill in the blank: 'treat ________ as a potential informant'.
  • True or False: The level of risk is directly proportional to threat, vulnerability, and impact.
  • Patterns, stereotypes, and predictable actions are types of which concept in risk assessment?
  • Moral courage is defined as which?
  • What is the penalty for misuse of a government vehicle?
  • Which element is part of bribery of public officials under section 114?
  • What is the term for a rapid decontamination procedure that includes removing substances from hands, removing clothes, and performing a 1-minute head-to-toe rinse?
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