Which of the following is NOT a target requirement for use of deadly force?

• A. Target acquisition
• B. Target isolation
• C. Preclusion
• D. Target identification

Answer: (C)

When deadly force is considered, you must verify who the threat is and ensure you’re targeting the right person. That means you need to have acquired the target, you must isolate that target from bystanders to prevent unintended harm, and you must positively identify the individual as the threat. Preclusion, however, is about whether there are other viable options to prevent harm before using deadly force. It’s a factor in determining necessity, not a direct characteristic of the target itself. So it’s not a target requirement.