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Thursday, September 18, 2025

ICT OFFICER II – SCANNER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

 

MCQs for ICT OFFICER II – Scanner

Section A: Scanner Operations & Imaging

  1. Which of the following best describes the role of the Review Workstation (RIW) in container scanning?

A.      Generates X-ray images of containers

B.      Receives, reviews, and analyzes radioscopic images

C.     Verifies customs clearance fees

D.     Automates manifest data entry

Answer: B

  1. When a scanned container number does not match the manifest, the ICT Officer II should:

A)      Approve the container for clearance

B)      Ignore and continue to next task

C)     Flag and report the mismatch for further verification

D)     Manually change the manifest number

Answer: C

  1. Which radiographic property is most crucial for detecting high-density concealed goods in containers?

A)      Penetration depth

B)      Image color contrast

C)     Image brightness

D)     File size of the image

Answer: A

  1. In container scanning, why is layering important when analyzing images?

A.      To identify hidden compartments

B.      To enhance invoice matching

C.     To reduce data storage size

D.     To simplify customs coding

Answer: A

  1. If the scanner produces blurred images, what is the immediate action?

A)      Delete the scan and release container

B)      Re-scan the container and report scanner performance

C)     Approve based on partial image

D)     Request importer to provide extra declaration

Answer: B        

  1. Which spectrum is commonly used in container X-ray scanners?

A)      Infrared

B)      Gamma rays

C)     Visible light

D)     Ultraviolet

Answer: B

  1. In dual-energy X-ray scanning, what advantage does it provide?

A)      Faster scanning speed

B)      Differentiation of organic and inorganic materials

C)     Better color enhancement

D)     Lower electricity usage

Answer: B

  1. What is the significance of an alarm threshold in container scanners?

A)      Triggers when declared goods exceed invoice value

B)      Indicates density anomalies in the scanned image

C)     Alerts when container weight mismatches manifest

D)     Notifies officer of network downtime

Answer: B

  1. Which part of the scanning system is most prone to calibration errors?

A)      Conveyor system

B)      Detector array

C)     Container numbering system

D)     Manifest entry software

Answer: B

  1. Which standard is commonly applied for safety in operating X-ray scanning systems?

A)      ISO 27001

B)      IAEA Safety Standards

C)     WCO Data Model

D)     GDPR

Answer: B

 

Section B: Customs Documentation

 

  1. Which of the following documents contains the consignee and consignor details?

A)      TANSAD

B)      Bill of Lading

C)     Invoice

D)     Packing List

Answer: B

 

  1. A Packing List primarily helps customs officers to:

A)      Calculate import duty directly

B)      Verify the type, quantity, and packaging of items

C)     Authenticate ownership of goods

D)     Approve country of origin

Answer: B

 

  1. The TANSAD form in Tanzania customs clearance is mainly used for:

A)      Insurance declaration

B)      Tax payment tracking

C)     Goods declaration for customs entry

D)     Transport permit

Answer: C

 

  1. If the invoice value does not match the declared goods in the manifest, the officer should:

A)      Report suspicion and recommend further inspection

B)      Accept invoice value as final

C)     Ignore since invoice is not mandatory

D)     Request the exporter to submit new manifest

Answer: A

 

  1. Which combination of documents is mandatory before issuing a verdict on a container?

A)      Invoice + Packing List

B)      Bill of Lading + Invoice

C)     TANSAD + Bill of Lading + Invoice + Packing List

D)     Only Manifest

Answer: C

 

  1. Which document proves ownership and serves as a receipt for shipped goods?

A)      Packing List

B)      Bill of Lading

C)     TANSAD

D)     Commercial Invoice

Answer: B

  1. A discrepancy between the packing list and the invoice suggests:

A)      Over-declaration or under-declaration of goods

B)      Scanner malfunction

C)     Incorrect container weight

D)     Invalid Bill of Lading

Answer: A

 

  1. What is the main difference between a manifest and a Bill of Lading?

A)      Manifest is for port authorities; Bill of Lading is for cargo owners

B)      Bill of Lading lists taxes; Manifest shows invoice values

C)     Manifest is optional, Bill of Lading is not

D)     They are identical in function

Answer: A

 

  1. Which of the following is least likely to be verified directly from scanning images?

Container number

Gross weight of cargo

Packaging material

Hidden compartments

Answer: B

 

  1. If the TANSAD is missing in attached documents, the container should be:

A)      Cleared with caution

B)      Immediately flagged for further action

C)     Approved if packing list matches

D)     Released based on invoice

Answer: B

 

Section C: ICT Technical Skills

  1. Which database system is most suitable for storing large volumes of scanned image metadata?

A)      MySQL

B)      MongoDB

C)     SQLite

D)     MS Access

Answer: B

  1. A secure connection between the scanner and the RIW should ideally use:

A)      HTTP

B)      FTP

C)     HTTPS or VPN

D)     Telnet

Answer: C

  1. Which RAID level is best for balancing speed and redundancy for scan image storage?

A)      RAID 0

B)      RAID 1

C)     RAID 5

D)     RAID 10

Answer: D

  1. What is the primary advantage of using a redundant power supply in scanner servers?

A)      Reduces internet bandwidth

B)      Prevents data duplication

C)     Ensures continuous system availability

D)     Speeds up container scanning

Answer: C

  1. Firewalls in scanner systems are crucial because they:

A)      Monitor physical entry of containers

B)      Block unauthorized access to scanning data

C)     Repair corrupted scan images

D)     Encrypt customs invoices

Answer: B

  1. Which protocol ensures secure transfer of scanning reports between servers?

A)      SMTP

B)      SFTP

C)     SNMP

D)     POP3

Answer: B

  1. Which cybersecurity risk is most relevant for scanner systems connected to customs networks?

A)      SQL Injection

B)      Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)

C)     Cross-site scripting (XSS)

D)     Phishing

Answer: B

 

  1. Which backup strategy is best for daily scan report retention?

A)      Full backup weekly, incremental daily

B)      Differential backup hourly

C)     Full backup only once a year

D)     Backup only after incidents

Answer: A

 

  1. If a scanned image database becomes corrupted, the best recovery option is:

A)      Restore from last known backup

B)      Delete all files and restart

C)     Request importers to resubmit documents

D)     Manually redraw images

Answer: A

  1. Which standard specifically addresses information security management in ICT systems?

A)      ISO 9001

B)      ISO 27001

C)     ISO 14001

D)     ISO 31000

Answer: B

 

Section D: Analytical Decision-Making

 

  1. If a container image shows extra unreported compartments, the officer should:

A)      Clear container with warning

B)      Mark as “Suspect” and recommend physical inspection

C)     Contact importer for clarification immediately

D)     Approve after consulting supervisor

Answer: B

  1. Which factor is most reliable when deciding conformity of a scanned container?

A)      Number of documents attached

B)      Alignment of image with declaration data

C)     Importer’s reputation

D)     Country of origin

Answer: B

  1. If two different invoices are presented for the same container, the officer should:

A)      Approve higher-value invoice

B)      Reject both and recommend investigation

C)     Choose the latest invoice date

D)     Approve based on Packing List

Answer: B

  1. What is the correct order in verifying a container declaration?

A)      Packing List → Invoice → TANSAD → Bill of Lading

B)      Invoice → TANSAD → Packing List → Bill of Lading

C)     Bill of Lading → Invoice → Packing List → TANSAD

D)     TANSAD → Bill of Lading → Invoice → Packing List

Answer: D

 

  1. If the scanner detects radiation leakage, the officer must:

A)      Stop operation and report immediately

B)      Continue scanning with caution

C)     Switch to manual verification only

D)     Adjust image brightness

Answer: A

  1. Which statistical method can help in detecting unusual trade patterns from scan data?

A)      Regression analysis

B)      Standard deviation checks

C)     Cluster analysis

D)     All of the above

Answer: D

  1. When comparing scan images with declarations, the officer is applying which type of control?

A)      Preventive

B)      Detective

C)     Corrective

D)     Compensating

Answer: B

  1. Which situation most strongly suggests smuggling?

A)      Invoice is under-declared but container is empty

B)      Image shows concealed dense areas not declared in manifest

C)     Packing list matches invoice exactly

D)     Container is from a trusted company

Answer: B

 

  1. If goods conform to declarations, the officer’s verdict should be:

A)      “Suspect”

B)      “Approved/Conform”

C)     “Pending”

D)     “Rejected”

Answer: B

  1. In decision-making, bias can be reduced by:

A)      Relying solely on importer history

B)      Using standardized verification checklists

C)     Ignoring anomalies

D)     Consulting clearing agents directly

Answer: B

 

Section E: Reporting & Compliance

 

  1. Reports of scanned containers should include:

A)      Container number, decision, comments, and document verification results

B)      Only image file and container ID

C)     Invoice value and importer name only

D)     Daily scanner uptime hours

Answer: A

  1. Which software tool is most appropriate for compiling structured scanning reports?

A)      Photoshop

B)      Microsoft Excel/Power BI

C)     VLC Media Player

D)     AutoCAD

Answer: B

 

  1. Which legal principle requires officers to keep scan records for possible audits?

A)      Confidentiality

B)      Accountability and traceability

C)     Encryption

D)     Transparency

Answer: B

  1. Which international body sets best practices for container scanning in trade facilitation?

A)      WTO

B)      UNDP

C)     ICAO

D)     WCO

Answer: D

  1. Reports showing mismatched declarations must be forwarded to:

A)      Clearing agent directly

B)      Customs investigation/anti-smuggling unit

C)     Shipping company

D)     Importer’s bank

Answer: B

  1. Which reporting metric best measures scanning efficiency?

A)      Average time per container scanned

B)      Number of officers on duty

C)     Scanner electricity usage

D)     Importer satisfaction rate

Answer: A

  1. Which principle of record management ensures that scan reports cannot be altered after submission?

A)      Confidentiality

B)      Integrity

C)     Availability

D)     Authenticity

Answer: B

  1. Which of the following should be avoided when writing scanning reports?

A)      Clear verdicts

B)      Subjective opinions without evidence

C)     Accurate references to documents

D)     Recommendations for further checks

Answer: B

  1. In auditing scan reports, which issue would be most critical?

A)      Missing officer’s digital signature

B)      Use of Excel instead of database

C)     Reports written in English instead of Swahili

D)     Formatting errors

Answer: A

  1. Which compliance approach ensures continuous improvement in scanning operations?

A)      ISO 9001 Quality Management

B)      Random decisions without audit

C)     Avoiding documentation for speed

D)     Ignoring anomalies in reports

Answer: A

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