While similar, what is the primary difference between the mitigation and preparedness stages of the homeland security cycle.

What will be an ideal response?


Preparedness refers to actions taken to plan for the best response to an event, whereas mitigation includes all the actions taken to minimize the scope of the event before it happens.

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After the September 11th attacks, federal agencies were reorganized so that the Coast Guard and Customs agencies had new directorates and duties. Which one of the Department of Homeland Security's five core missions best reflects the new focus of these two agencies?

A. prevent terrorism and enhance security B. secure and manage our borders C. safeguard and secure cyberspace D. ensure resilience to disasters

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Once an incident report is issued to an inmate, when is the initial hearing held?

a. A week later b. That day c. Within three days d. Always on Sunday

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Research shows that there is no relation between an officer's level of education and the number of citizen complaints received

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to a major study of white collar crime defense work, compared with conventional crime defense, much earlier involvement in the case is the norm

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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