True or False: Active resistance is the best response to an active shooter incident.

The assertion that active resistance is the best response to an active shooter incident is false because such situations are highly stressful and unpredictable, and the safest course of action generally involves either escaping the area or sheltering in place when possible. Active resistance may escalate the situation and increase the risk of harm to oneself or others.

In many active shooter training programs, the recommended response strategies emphasize the importance of escaping the threat when safe to do so or, if escape is not an option, finding a secure hiding place. In cases where individuals find themselves in close proximity to the shooter and have no other choices, taking actions to disrupt the shooter's focus may be part of the recommended options; however, that is a last resort and not universally applicable.

By acknowledging that active resistance is not the best response, it aligns with the overall approach of prioritizing safety through avoidance and de-escalation, rather than confrontation. This understanding is critical in preparing individuals to respond effectively in an emergency situation.