What is the likely outcome if prohibited items are detected during security screening?

• A. Warning only.
• B. Continue after a brief pause.
• C. Forfeit of fees.
• D. Exam terminated and fees forfeited.

Answer: (D)

Security protocols at test centers are designed to protect exam integrity. When a prohibited item is detected, the session is terminated immediately to prevent any possibility of cheating and to ensure fairness for all candidates. Because the exam cannot be completed under these conditions, fees are forfeited as part of the policy. A warning or a brief pause would not meet the required security standard, and simply forfeiting fees without ending the session would still leave the integrity of the test compromised.