An officer is conducting a primary inspection and suspects a traveller may be attempting to import undeclared goods. Which of the following actions is most appropriate? A) Immediately detain the traveller and seize their passport. B) Refer the traveller to secondary inspection for a more thorough examination. C) Ask the traveller directly if they are hiding anything. D) Allow the traveller to proceed, but make a mental note for future reference.

Question: An officer is conducting a primary inspection and suspects a traveller may be attempting to import undeclared goods. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?

A) Immediately detain the traveller and seize their passport. B) Refer the traveller to secondary inspection for a more thorough examination. C) Ask the traveller directly if they are hiding anything. D) Allow the traveller to proceed, but make a mental note for future reference.

Answer options:

• Immediately detain the traveller and seize their passport. ✅ Refer the traveller to secondary inspection for a more thorough examination.
• Ask the traveller directly if they are hiding anything.
• Allow the traveller to proceed, but make a mental note for future reference.

Correct answer: Refer the traveller to secondary inspection for a more thorough examination.

Explanation: Referring a traveller to secondary inspection is the appropriate step when there is reasonable suspicion of undeclared goods, allowing for a more in-depth examination without immediately escalating to detention.