The following are included in the five phases of an active shooter response except:

• A. Initial
• B. Fantasy
• C. Planning
• D. Preparation

Answer: (B)

This item tests the five-phase framework used in active shooter response planning. In this model, the stages unfold as Initial actions taken when the threat is detected, Planning to develop a coordinated incident action plan and assign roles, Preparation to ensure readiness through drills and equipment checks, the Response phase where the plan is executed (evacuate, shelter, or engage as appropriate), and Recovery focusing on reunification, medical care continuity, and after‑action follow-up. The option labeled Fantasy doesn’t correspond to any real phase of this process; it’s not part of how responders structure and manage an active shooter incident. The other terms are consistent with the actual phases.