USA HISTORY

THE COLD WAR 1950 1973

THE COLD WAR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
By creating the Transportation Security Administration in 2001 the United States government did which of the following?
A
gave government greater access to private email accounts
B
placed airport security under federal supervision
C
imposed strict yearly immigration quotas
D
suspended all international airline flights
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -On November 19, 2001, the Congress enacted the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, which created the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within the Department of Transportation (DOT) and defined its primary responsibility as ensuring security in all modes of transportation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Airport security The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is responsible for airport safety. On some flights, TSA officers randomly select passengers for an extra security check before boarding. One such flight had 76 passengers-12 in first class and 64 in coach class.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) protects the nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Detailed explanation-4: -TSA uses millimeter wave advanced imaging technology and walk-through metal detectors to screen passengers. Millimeter wave advanced imaging technology safely screens passengers without physical contact for metallic and non-metallic threats, including weapons and explosives, which may be concealed under clothing.

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