24. Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions? A. MAC Groups B. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) C. Joint Information System (JIS) D. Incident Command System

The correct answer is A. MAC Groups. MAC Groups, or Multi-Agency Coordination Groups, bring together representatives from different agencies to ensure effective and cooperative decision-making during emergencies. These groups facilitate communication, resource sharing, and coordinated strategies, allowing for a unified response to incidents that require collaboration beyond a single agency's scope. They play a crucial role in enhancing situational awareness and optimizing resource allocation. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) serve as the central command and control facility during emergencies, but they focus more on situational awareness and resource management rather than multi-agency decisions specifically.