Question 1 of 30
What does the acronym IED stand for in maritime security?
A
Integrated Electrical Drive
B
Improvised Explosive Device
C
Internal Engine Damper
D
International Enforcement Directive
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: Improvised Explosive Device.
IED stands for Improvised Explosive Device, a common term in maritime security assessments to describe non-standard explosive threats that may be encountered during ship-port operations.