Which statement best describes NACI?

• A. It is used for high risk public trust positions
• B. It includes court actions reviews
• C. It includes residence and credit checks
• D. It is the minimum investigation for all new federal employees, used for low risk positions with no position sensitivity

Answer: (D)

National Agency Check with Inquiries is the baseline background investigation used for new federal employees in low‑risk, non‑sensitive positions. It combines a review of records held by various federal agencies with targeted inquiries into a candidate’s past—such as employment, education, residences, and references—to uncover any information that could raise suitability concerns. Because it is the simplest, most widely used level of background check, it fits as the minimum investigation for those positions that do not involve access to sensitive information or duties. The other statements either describe scenarios requiring more extensive checks (high‑risk or sensitive roles) or focus on elements that aren’t defining features of this baseline process, such as credit checks or specific court action reviews.