ADRP 5-0 Operations Process

Question 1

Mission command definition

Answer 1

Exercise of authority and direction by cdr using mission orders to enable disciplined initiative within cdrs intent to empower agile and adaptive leaders in conduct of ULO

Question 2

Mission command as a WFF

Answer 2

Tasks and systems that develop and integrate activities that allow cdr to balance art of command with science of control IOT integrate the other WFFs

Question 3

What is the framework for exercising mission commands

Answer 3

The Operations Process

Question 4

Command activities during operations process

Answer 4

Plan Prepare Execute and Assess (continuously)

Question 5

How do cdrs and staff use operations process

Answer 5

To understand visualize and describe OE

To lead direct and assess military operations

Question 6

Principles of operations process (4)

Answer 6

1- cdrs drive operations process
2- build/maintain situational understanding
3- apply critical and creative thinking
4- encourage collaboration and dialogue

Question 7

Principles of MC

Answer 7

Build cohesive teams thru mutual trust
Create shared understanding
Provide clear commanders intent
Exercise disciplined initiative
Use mission orders
Accept prudent risk

Question 8

Understand

Answer 8

Analysis of operational and mission variables. Requires information collecting

Understanding helps you frame the problem

Question 9

Visualize

Answer 9

Desired end state and potential solutions to problem..

Understand Current situation, visualize end state.. conceptualize operational approach (actions to transform current situation to desired state)

Question 10

Describe

Answer 10

cdrs intent, planning guidance (including operational approach), CCIR, EEFI

Question 11

PIR

Answer 11

CCIR- Priority Intel req. needed to understand OE or adversary

Question 12

FFIR

Answer 12

CCIR- mission, troop, spt available, time available CDR considers most important

Question 13

EEFI

Answer 13

Essential Elements of Friendly Info.. critical friendly info that if enemy knows would compromise, lead to failure or limit success of operation

Question 14

Direct

Answer 14

• Preparing and approving plans and orders.
• Establishing command and support relationships.
• Assigning and adjusting tasks, control measures, and task organization.
• Positioning units to maximize combat power.
• Positioning key leaders at critical places and times to ensure supervision.
• Allocating resources to exploit opportunities and counter threats.
• Committing the reserve as required.

Question 15

Lead

Answer 15

provide purpose direction and motivation