350 PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND EXPLAINED ANSWERS
1. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a TN Burglar Alarm
Qualifying Agent license?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. 25
Answer: C. 21
Explanation: Tennessee law requires applicants to be at least 21 years of age to
qualify as a Qualifying Agent.
2. The Qualifying Agent is responsible for ensuring that:
A. The alarm is tested every month
B. Employees get paid on time
C. The company complies with all state licensing laws
D. Equipment is purchased locally
Answer: C. The company complies with all state licensing laws
Explanation: The Qualifying Agent ensures the business follows all rules,
laws, and regulations regarding alarm systems.
3. According to Tennessee Code, how long must a burglar alarm contractor
retain installation records?
A. 6 months
B. 1 year
C. 2 years
,D. 3 years
Answer: D. 3 years
Explanation: Tennessee requires records to be maintained for at least three
years for auditing and review.
4. Which of the following is required on all alarm system contracts?
A. Customer’s birth certificate
B. A cancelation clause
C. Social security number
D. Alarm installer’s license
Answer: B. A cancelation clause
Explanation: State law mandates a cancelation clause, typically a 3-day right-
to-cancel notice.
5. Who issues licenses for Burglar Alarm Contractors in Tennessee?
A. Department of Labor
B. Board for Licensing Contractors
C. Alarm Systems Contractors Board
D. Department of Homeland Security
Answer: C. Alarm Systems Contractors Board
Explanation: This board is responsible for regulating the alarm industry in
Tennessee.
6. A low-voltage system is defined as operating at or below:
A. 480 volts
B. 240 volts
C. 120 volts
D. 50 volts
Answer: D. 50 volts
Explanation: Low-voltage systems typically operate at 50 volts or less.
7. What must be worn when working in a customer's attic or crawlspace?
A. Suit and tie
B. Safety harness and respirator
C. ID badge
D. Steel-toed boots
,Answer: C. ID badge
Explanation: Tennessee law requires all licensed individuals to wear ID when
working onsite.
8. What is the penalty for operating without a license in TN?
A. $500
B. $1,000
C. $2,500
D. Up to $5,000 per violation
Answer: D. Up to $5,000 per violation
Explanation: The Alarm Systems Contractors Board can impose penalties of
up to $5,000 per violation.
9. When testing a burglary system, what is the most important first step?
A. Notify the client
B. Notify the monitoring center
C. Arm the system
D. Replace batteries
Answer: B. Notify the monitoring center
Explanation: Notifying the central station prevents false alarm dispatches.
10. Which code governs electrical safety in alarm system wiring?
A. NFPA 101
B. NEC (National Electrical Code)
C. UL 827
D. OSHA 1910
Answer: B. NEC (National Electrical Code)
Explanation: The NEC governs installation standards for electrical wiring,
including alarm systems.
11. In Tennessee, how often must alarm licenses be renewed?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 4 years
, Answer: A. Every year
Explanation: Renewal is required annually to maintain a valid license.
12. What is the purpose of a backup battery in a burglar alarm system?
A. Prevent hacking
B. Power the system during a power outage
C. Alert neighbors
D. Store settings
Answer: B. Power the system during a power outage
Explanation: Backup batteries keep the system functioning if the main power
fails.
13. Which organization sets standards for monitoring centers?
A. NEC
B. NFPA
C. UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
D. EPA
Answer: C. UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
Explanation: UL 827 outlines the requirements for central monitoring stations.
14. The term "duress code" refers to:
A. Emergency override
B. Silent alarm triggered by user
C. Audible panic signal
D. Fire system test signal
Answer: B. Silent alarm triggered by user
Explanation: Duress codes are entered during forced disarmament to discreetly
alert authorities.
15. Which of the following is a common cause of false alarms?
A. Proper arming procedure
B. User error
C. Faulty backup battery
D. Too many sensors
Answer: B. User error
1. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a TN Burglar Alarm
Qualifying Agent license?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. 25
Answer: C. 21
Explanation: Tennessee law requires applicants to be at least 21 years of age to
qualify as a Qualifying Agent.
2. The Qualifying Agent is responsible for ensuring that:
A. The alarm is tested every month
B. Employees get paid on time
C. The company complies with all state licensing laws
D. Equipment is purchased locally
Answer: C. The company complies with all state licensing laws
Explanation: The Qualifying Agent ensures the business follows all rules,
laws, and regulations regarding alarm systems.
3. According to Tennessee Code, how long must a burglar alarm contractor
retain installation records?
A. 6 months
B. 1 year
C. 2 years
,D. 3 years
Answer: D. 3 years
Explanation: Tennessee requires records to be maintained for at least three
years for auditing and review.
4. Which of the following is required on all alarm system contracts?
A. Customer’s birth certificate
B. A cancelation clause
C. Social security number
D. Alarm installer’s license
Answer: B. A cancelation clause
Explanation: State law mandates a cancelation clause, typically a 3-day right-
to-cancel notice.
5. Who issues licenses for Burglar Alarm Contractors in Tennessee?
A. Department of Labor
B. Board for Licensing Contractors
C. Alarm Systems Contractors Board
D. Department of Homeland Security
Answer: C. Alarm Systems Contractors Board
Explanation: This board is responsible for regulating the alarm industry in
Tennessee.
6. A low-voltage system is defined as operating at or below:
A. 480 volts
B. 240 volts
C. 120 volts
D. 50 volts
Answer: D. 50 volts
Explanation: Low-voltage systems typically operate at 50 volts or less.
7. What must be worn when working in a customer's attic or crawlspace?
A. Suit and tie
B. Safety harness and respirator
C. ID badge
D. Steel-toed boots
,Answer: C. ID badge
Explanation: Tennessee law requires all licensed individuals to wear ID when
working onsite.
8. What is the penalty for operating without a license in TN?
A. $500
B. $1,000
C. $2,500
D. Up to $5,000 per violation
Answer: D. Up to $5,000 per violation
Explanation: The Alarm Systems Contractors Board can impose penalties of
up to $5,000 per violation.
9. When testing a burglary system, what is the most important first step?
A. Notify the client
B. Notify the monitoring center
C. Arm the system
D. Replace batteries
Answer: B. Notify the monitoring center
Explanation: Notifying the central station prevents false alarm dispatches.
10. Which code governs electrical safety in alarm system wiring?
A. NFPA 101
B. NEC (National Electrical Code)
C. UL 827
D. OSHA 1910
Answer: B. NEC (National Electrical Code)
Explanation: The NEC governs installation standards for electrical wiring,
including alarm systems.
11. In Tennessee, how often must alarm licenses be renewed?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 4 years
, Answer: A. Every year
Explanation: Renewal is required annually to maintain a valid license.
12. What is the purpose of a backup battery in a burglar alarm system?
A. Prevent hacking
B. Power the system during a power outage
C. Alert neighbors
D. Store settings
Answer: B. Power the system during a power outage
Explanation: Backup batteries keep the system functioning if the main power
fails.
13. Which organization sets standards for monitoring centers?
A. NEC
B. NFPA
C. UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
D. EPA
Answer: C. UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
Explanation: UL 827 outlines the requirements for central monitoring stations.
14. The term "duress code" refers to:
A. Emergency override
B. Silent alarm triggered by user
C. Audible panic signal
D. Fire system test signal
Answer: B. Silent alarm triggered by user
Explanation: Duress codes are entered during forced disarmament to discreetly
alert authorities.
15. Which of the following is a common cause of false alarms?
A. Proper arming procedure
B. User error
C. Faulty backup battery
D. Too many sensors
Answer: B. User error
