All of the following are pre-assault indicators EXCEPT:

• A. "1000 yard stare"
• B. Crossing their arms
• C. Creates a false sense of security
• D. Lowers center of gravity

Answer: (B)

Understanding pre-assault indicators means recognizing behaviors that tend to precede a violent action. The behavior that does not fit as an imminent-threat cue is crossing the arms. This posture is a common defensive or closed-off gesture that signals discomfort or a desire to create distance, but it doesn’t reliably indicate an imminent attack. The other cues line up more closely with preparation for violence: a intense, fixed gaze or “1000 yard stare” shows focused intent; lowering the center of gravity suggests someone getting ready to move quickly or strike; and presenting a false sense of security is a tactic to lull you into letting your guard down while violence is being planned. So, crossing the arms stands out as not being a strong pre-assault indicator.