Annex A4 Problem Framing

Question 0

Elements of the Dr. Strange Model for COG analysis

Answer 0

Center of Gravity
Critical Capability
Critical Req
Critical Vulnerability

Question 1

Purpose of COG analysis

Answer 1

Identify and place frriendly strengths against enemy weaknesses

Question 2

Purpose of CCIRs

Answer 2

Identify info on frn and en activities and environment that the commander deems critical for maintaining SA, planning future ops, and assisting in timely and informed decision making

Question 3

What are the types of CCIRs?

Answer 3

Priority intel requirements (enemy focused)

Friendly Force Information Requirements (friendly focused)

Question 4

Elements of CCIRs

Answer 4

Be specific!
PIRs
FFIRs

Question 5

What question should be answered to determine if assumptions are valid?

Answer 5

is it REAL?
R: realistic
E: essential to allow planning to continue
A: avoid assuming away en caps
L: logical

Question 6

Two foundation components of a mission statement

Answer 6

Task and Purpose (5 Ws)

Question 7

Define limitations as they relate to problem framing

Answer 7

Two types that do not qualify as specific tasks but identified during problem framing
Restraints: Things you CANNOT do
Constraints: Things you MUST do

How you accomplish mission and are NOT tasks

Question 8

Definition of Modified Combined Obstacle Overlay (MCOO)

Answer 8

Purpose is to identify what size unit can quickly and safely move through specific corridors within the AO