BW Board questions Flashcards
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What are the five major terrain features?
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hill, valley, saddle, ridge, depression
2
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what are your general orders?
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1st General Order
I will guard everything within the limits of my post and
quit my post only when properly relieved.
2nd General Order
I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner.
3rd General Order
I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies,
and anything not covered in my instructions,
to the commander of the relief.
3
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What is the role of the MEB 648?
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The Maneuver Enhancement Brigade supports military operations by ensuring mobility, protection, and freedom of action through area security, maneuver support, and stability efforts. For the supported force (3rd ID)
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what is the warrior ethos?
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I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat.
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
5
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What are the army values?
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Loyalty
Duty
Respect
Selfless service
honor
integrity
personal courage
6
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What is your chain of command?
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PSG -SSG GUZMAN
2. 1SG SOLOSSI
3. CPT STINSON
4. 648TH MEB CSM CUMMINGS
5.648TH MEB COMMANDER COL POWELL
6.STATE CSM BALLENGIER
7. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL FRYMAN (GANG COMMANDER)
8. CSM OF GEORGIA CSM MARKS
9. ADJUTANT GENERAL (TAG) MAJOR GENERAL WILSON
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How does a Soldier update or verify his/her contact information is correct?
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It is the Soldier’s responsibility to ensure that a valid address is recorded the Integrated Personnel and Pay System (IPPS-A)
8
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What ADP covers Army Leadership?
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ADP 6-22
9
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What is AR 600-20?
A
Army Command Policy
10
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What are the three levels of leadership?
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Direct, organizational, and strategi
11
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What are the three leader attributes?
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Character, presence, and intellect
12
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What does ADP 7-0 cover?
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Training units and developing leaders
13
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What are the three training domains the Army uses?
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Institutional, operational, and self-development
14
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How do Commanders apply the operations process to training?
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Plan, prepare, execute, and assess
15
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Who are the primary trainers of enlisted Soldiers, crews and small teams?
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NCO’s
16
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Who is responsible for training units and developing leaders?
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Commanders
17
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What are the Army’s seven principles of leader development?
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- Lead by example 2. Develop subordinate leaders 3. Create a learning environment for subordinate leaders 4. Train leaders in the art and science of mission command 5. Train to develop adaptive leaders 6. Train leaders to think critically and creatively 7. Train your leaders to know their subordinates and their families
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What is the definition of a METL?
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METL (Mission Essential Task List) is the doctrinal framework of fundamental tasks for which the unit was designed
19
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What are the four steps to an AAR?
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- What was supposed to happen? 2. What did happen? 3. Improvements/Sustains 4. What will be done differently next time?
20
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What does UCMJ stand for?
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The Uniform Code of Military Justice
21
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What article in the UCMJ covers nonjudicial punishment?
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Article 15
22
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Who may impose a Field grade Article 15?
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Any 0-4 or above
23
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Who may impose an Article 15?
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Any commanding officer
24
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What is the purpose of the EO program?
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The EO Program ensures fairness by judging people on merit, fitness, and ability.
25
What is the Army’s EO/Sexual Harassment Assistance Line number?
1–800–267–9964
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What regulation governs the investigations of EO Complaints?
AR 15-6
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What are the two types of EO Complaints?
Formal and Informal
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What is an Informal EO Complaint?
any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing
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What is a Formal EO Complaint?
a complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken
30
What is the form used to file an EO Formal Complaint?
DA Form 7279 (Equal Opportunity Complaint Form)
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How long do Soldiers have to file a Formal Complaint?
60 days from the incident
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What does SHARP stand for?
Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention
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What does I AM stand for?
Intervene, Act, Motivate
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What is the Army’s Policy on Sexual Harassment?
It is unacceptable conduct and will not be tolerated
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What is Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment is unwanted sexual behavior, like advances, requests, or comments, that can happen between any genders.
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What are the different categories of Sexual Harassment?
1. Verbal 2. Non-Verbal 3. Physical Contact
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What are the Types of Sexual Harassment?
. Quid pro quo (this for that) 2. Hostile environment
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What is the Army’s definition of Sexual assault?
A crime involving intentional sexual contact using force, threats, abuse of authority, or lack of consent.
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What are the five techniques of dealing with Sexual Harassment?
1. Direct approach 2. Indirect approach 3. Third party 4. Chain of command 5. Filing a formal complaint
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What are the two types of reporting of Sexual Assault?
Restricted and Unrestricted
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What is Restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting allows sexual assault victims to get help without starting an investigation.
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What is Unrestricted reporting?
Unrestricted reporting allows Soldiers to report sexual assault, get help, and start an investigation.
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Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want to keep it restricted?
the SARC, a VA, or a healthcare provider, a chaplain.
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Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want it to be Unrestricted?
chain of command, law enforcement or report the incident to the SARC
45
What form is used to submit a Sexual Harassment Complaint?
DA Form 7746
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What is retaliation?
Wrongfully punishing or threatening to punish someone for reporting or planning to report an offense.
47
What does AR 600-25 Cover?
Military Customs and Courtesies but the Official Title is “Salutes, Honors and Visits of Courtesy”
48
When will personnel Salute indoors?
when reporting to your commander, when reporting to a pay officer, when reporting to a military board, at an indoor ceremony, at sentry duty indoors
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What are the Six situations when Salutes not required to be rendered or returned when the senior or subordinate?
(1) In civilian attire.
(2) Engaged in routine work if the salute would interfere.
(3) Carrying articles with both hands so occupied as to make saluting impracticable.
(4) Working as a member of a detail, or engaged in sports or social functions where saluting would present a safety hazard.
(5) In public places such as theaters, churches, and in public conveyances.
(6) In the ranks of a formation
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When must the Army Song be played?
The Army song concludes all reviews, parades and honor guard ceremonies
51
When would enlisted members salute each other?
reporting to an enlisted president of a board and when reporting in formation
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How far away should you be before rendering the hand salute to an Officer?
Approximately 6 paces
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Who should salute an Officer in a group of soldiers not in formation?
The first person to see the officer should call the group to attention and everyone should salute
54
On what side do you walk when walking with a person senior to you?
on the senior person’s left
55
What songs correspond to the raising and lowering of the flag?
Reveille for the raising and Retreat and To The Color for the lowering (salute only during To The Color)
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What does AR 623-3 cover?
Evaluation standards for all ranks, Officers, Warrant Officers, and enlisted Soldiers
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What is a DA Form 2166-8?
NCOER
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What is a DA Form 2166-8-1?
What is a DA Form 2166-8-1?
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What will the NCOER rating chain consist of?
will consist of the rated NCO, the rater, the senior rater, and the reviewer
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What are two ways to purify water?
Iodine tablets or boiling
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What are the three most common poison plants?
Ivy, oak, sumac
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What are some methods of disposing human waste?
straddle trench, mound latrine, burn out latrine, deep pit, bore hole latrines, pail latrines, urine soak pits
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What three rules cover water discipline in the field?
1. drink only from approved sources 2. conserve water 3. do not contaminate water sources
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What are the five F’s of field sanitation?
Fingers, feces, food, flies, fluids
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What is counseling?
Counseling is the process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate’s demonstrated performance and potential
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What are the three categories of developmental counseling?
Performance, Event-oriented, Professional growth
*HINT* Remember the acronym PEP
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Which form is developmental counseling conducted on?
DA Form 4856
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What Army Regulation covers counseling for NCOs?
AR 623-3
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What does documenting short and long term goals create?
An Individual Development Plan (IDP)
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What are the three basic counseling skills?
active listening, responding, appropriate questioning
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What are the four stages of the counseling process?
1. Identify the need for counseling 2. Prepare the counseling session 3. Conduct the counseling 4. Follow-up
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Who should always be counseled?
Soldiers who are not meeting the standard
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What are the four basic components of a counseling session?
1. Open the session 2. Discuss the issues 3. Develop a plan of action 4. Record and close the session
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What are the three approaches to counseling?
Directive, non-directive, combination
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What Army publication covers counseling?
ATP 6-22.1
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What TC covers rifle marksmanship for the M4/M16 series of rifles?
TC 3-22.9
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What does PMI stand for?
Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction
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What are the five phases of rifle marksmanship training/basic rifle marksmanship (BRM)?
1. Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction (PMI)
2. Downrange feedback range firing
3. Field firing
4. Advanced Rifle Marksmanship (ARM)
5. Advanced optics, lasers, and iron sights
*HINT* Remember the acronym PDFAA
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What is zeroing?
Zeroing aligns the sight of the weapon with the weapon’s barrel
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What is the objective of grouping?
firing tight shot groups and placing those groups in the same location
81
What does EST 2000 stand for?
Engagement Skills Trainer 2000
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What are the purposes of the LMTS and EST 2000?
Remedial training for firers and/or to reduce initial grouping and zeroing times
83
Describe the M16/M4?
The M4/M16 is a magazine fed, gas operated, air cooled, shoulder-fired 5.56 millimeter rifle
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What is the weight of an M4 with a 30 round magazine?
7.5 Lbs
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What is the maximum range of an M4/M16?
3600 meters (m)
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What is the maximum EFFECTIVE range of an M4?
500 meters
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What is the muzzle velocity of an M4? M16?
M4 – 2,970 feet per second (fps)
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What does ACOG stand for?
Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight
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What is a stoppage?
A failure of a weapon to complete its cycle of operation
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What FM covers traing the force
FM 7-0
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What is Immediate Action?
A quick procedure performed to attempt to clear a stoppage without determining the actual cause
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What is Immediate Action for the M4/M16?
SPORTS
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What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?
Slap, pull, observe, release, tap, squeeze
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Describe the immediate action SPORTS.
1. Slap gently upward on the magazine to ensure that it is fully seated and that the magazine follower is not jammed
2. Pull the charging handle fully to the rear
3. Observe the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge
4. Release the charging handle; do not ride it forward
5. Tap the forward assist assembly to ensure that the bolt is closed
6. Squeeze the trigger and try to fire the rifle
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What is remedial action?
Remedial action is the continuing effort to determine the cause of a stoppage or malfunction and attempt to clear the stoppage once it has been identified
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What are the steps to perform Remedial Action on an M4/M16?
1. Try to place the weapon on SAFE.
2. Remove the magazine.
3. Lock the bolt to the rear.
4. Place the weapon on SAFE.
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What are the different types of common malfunctions for an M4/M16?
Failure to feed, fire, extract, or eject
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What are the eight cycles of function for an M4/M16?
A: 1. Feeding
2. Chambering
3. Locking
4. Firing
5. UnloCking
6. Extracting
7. Ejecting
8. Cocking
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What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship/firing?
1. Steady Position
2. Proper Breathing
3. Trigger Squeeze
4. Proper Sight Picture
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What are the three modes of fire for the M4/M16?
Semiautomatic, Automatic, Burst
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What is the circle size for a Soldier to qualify a good grouping?
4 centimeters (cm)
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What are the three categories of ballistics in the study of rifles?
Internal, external, and terminal
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On a mechanical qualification range, what are the classification standards?
Marksman (23-29), Sharpshooter (30-35), Expert (36-40)
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What does CCO stand for?
Close combat optic, in reference to the Aimpoint M68 CCO
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What covers Land Navigation?
Training Circular (TC) 3-25.26
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Who is responsible for securing maps for the unit?
S2
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What is the definition of a map?
a graphic representation of a portion of the earth’s surface drawn to scale, as seen from above
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What are the three map sizes?
Small, medium, and large
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Where will you find the Declination Diagram of a Map and what does it represent?
This is located in the lower margin of large-scale maps and indicates the angular relationships of true north, grid north, and magnetic north
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What are the Colors of a Military Map and What do they Represent?
1. Black. Indicates cultural (man-made) features such as buildings and roads, surveyed spot elevations, and all labels.
2. Red-Brown. The colors red and brown are combined to identify cultural features, all relief features, nonsurveyed spot elevations, and elevation, such as contour lines on red-light readable maps
3. Blue. Identifies hydrography or water features such as lakes, swamps, rivers, and drainage
4. Green. Identifies vegetation with military significance, such as woods, orchards, and vineyards
5. Brown. Identifies all relief features and elevation, such as contours on older edition maps, and cultivated land on red-light readable maps
6. Red. Classifies cultural features, such as populated areas, main roads, and boundaries, on older maps
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What are the three types of north?
True (north pole), magnetic (compass), and grid (map)
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What is the rule of thumb for reading maps?
Right and Up
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How close will an eight digit grid get you?
within 10 meters
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How many grid zones is the world divided into?
60
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How close will a six digit grid get you?
within 100 meters
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How close will a ten digit grid get you?
within 1 meter
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What is an Azimuth?
An azimuth is defined as a horizontal angle measured clockwise from a north base line; the azimuth is the most common military method to express direction
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What is a Back Azimuth?
A back azimuth is the opposite direction of an azimuth.
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What is the Grid-Magnetic Angle?
The G-M angle value is the angular size that exists between grid north and magnetic north
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What is Intersection?
Intersection is the location of an unknown point by successively occupying at least two known positions on the ground and then map sighting on the unknown location
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Define leaderhip
influencing people by providing pupose, direction, and motivation while operationg to accomplish the mission and improving the organization
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What is Resection?
Resection is the method of locating one’s position on a map by determining the grid azimuth to at least two well defined locations that can be pinpointed on the map
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What is Modified resection?
Modified resection is the method of locating one’s position on the map when the person is located on a linear feature on the ground, such as a road, canal, or stream
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What are the ways to determine your location on a map?
Resection, Modified Resection, and Intersection
*HINT* Remember the acronym RIM
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What are the three major parts of the Lensatic Compass?
1. Cover
2. Base
3. Lens
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What are the two techniques for using the Lensatic Compass?
1. the Centerhold Technique
2. the Compass-to-Cheek Technique
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What does GPS stand for?
Global Positioning System
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What are the different types of contour lines?
Index, Intermediate, and Supplementary
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What are the Five Major Terrain Features?
A: Hill, Saddle, Valley, Ridge, Depression
*HINT* Remember Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing
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What are the Three Minor Terrain Features?
A: Draw, Cliff, Spur
*HINT* Remember DSC (Disk)
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What are the two supplementary terrain features?
Cut and fill
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What is Map Orientation?
The first step to land navigation; when the north south on the map aligns with the north south on the ground
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What are the Three Land Navigation Methods?
Dead Reckoning, Moving by Terrain Association, and Combination of Techniques
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What does the acronym OCOKA stand for?
Observation and Fields of Fire, Cover and Concealment, Obstacles, Key Terrain, and Avenues of Approach
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How many degrees are in a compass?
360
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How many mils are in a compass?
6400
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How many mils are in one degree?
17.7
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What is TCCC?
Tactical Combat Casualty Care
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What are the steps in TCCC?
1. Care under fire 2. Tactical field care 3. Combat casualty evacuation care
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What is a CCP?
Casualty collection point
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What is a CASEVAC?
Casualty Evacuation in Non-Medical Vehicle or Aircraft
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When would you not render first aid to a casualty?
If doing so would put your life in danger or the casualty shows no signs of life
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In combat, what is the biggest threat to a casualty’s life?
bleeding
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How do you determine a casualty’s level of consciousness?
A – Alert, V – Responds to voice, P – Responds to pain, U – unconscious
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What is CPR?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – used to restore heartbeat
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What is a FMC?
Field Medical Card
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When would you not loosen clothing?
chemical environment or clothing is stuck to the wound
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What are the four types of burns?
C-Chemical, E-Electric, L-Laser, T-Thermal
*HINT* Remember the acronym CELT
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What are the three categories of heat injury?
Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heatstroke
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What are the two methods for opening the airway?
Head tilt/chin lift method and Jaw thrust
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When would you not use the head tilt/chin lift method?
Suspected neck or spinal injury
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What is self aid?
Emergency treatment applied to one’s self
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What is the object of first aid?
To control bleeding, overcome shock, relieve pain, prevent infection
*HINT* Remember the acronym TORP
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What publication covers first aid?
TC 4-02.1
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What is first aid?
Care rendered to a casualty prior to the arrival of medical personnel
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What is the unique feature of type “O” blood?
Universal donor
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How high above an injury should you apply a tourniquet?
2-4 inches
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Should a casualty eat or drink?
No
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What are the two types of fractures?
Open (compound), Closed (simple)
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What is the basic principle when splinting fractures?
Splint it as it lies
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What are the three types of bleeding?
Arterial, Venous, Capillary
*HINT* Remember AVC
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Name 4 common points for checking pulse.
side of neck (carotid), ankle (dorsalis pedis), wrist (radial), groin (femoral)
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What is the treatment for shock?
PELCRN – 1. Position the casualty on their back 2. elevate the legs 3. loosen clothing at neck or waist 4. climatize 5. reassure 6. notify medical personnel
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What are the eight steps for evaluating a casualty?
Responsiveness, Breathing, Pulse, Bleeding, Shock, Fractures, Burns, Head injury
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What is the difference between patient classifications in the MEDEVAC?
Urgent – 2 hours, Urgent Surgical – 2 hours, Requires surgical intervention, Priority – 4 hours, Routine – 24 hours, Convenience – matter of convenience than medical necessity
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Describe the 9 Line Medevac.
Line 1. Location of the pick-up site.
Line 2. Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.
Line 3. Number of patients by precedence:
A – Urgent
B – Urgent Surgical
C – Priority
D – Routine
E – Convenience
Line 4. Special equipment required:
A – None
B – Hoist
C – Extraction equipment
D – Ventilator
Line 5. Number of patients:
A – Litter
B – Ambulatory
Line 6. Security at pick-up site:
N – No enemy troops in area
P – Possible enemy troops in area (approach with caution)
E – Enemy troops in area (approach with caution)
X – Enemy troops in area (armed escort required)
* In peacetime – number and types of wounds, injuries, and illnesses
Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site:
A – Panels
B – Pyrotechnic signal
C – Smoke signal
D – None
E – Other
Line 8. Patient nationality and status:
A – US Military
B – US Civilian
C – Non-US Military
D – Non-US Civilian
E – EPW
Line 9. NBC Contamination:
N – Nuclear
B – Biological
C – Chemical
* In peacetime – terrain description of pick-up site
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Which lines must be given before the helicopter can get in the air?
Lines 1-5
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What does the acronym COLD stand for?
Keep it Clean, Avoid Overdressing, wear clothing Loose, and Keep clothing Dry
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What is the best medicine on the battlefield?
fire superiority
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What is a DD Form 1380 and what is it used for?
Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Card, to record injuries and treatments performed on a patient as they move through the roles of medical care
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What are the four core roles of the NCO?
1) Leads by example. 2) Trains from experience. 3) Enforces and maintains standards. 4) Takes care of Soldiers, their Families, and equipment.
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What are the six vital learning areas for NCOs?
The Army profession, Professional Competence, Team building, Fitness and resiliency, Learning, Adaptibility
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What is the ACT?
The Army Career Tracker. Single point-of-entry for career and leadership
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What is the EPMS?
The Enlisted Personnel Management System. An evolutionary system that balances the needs of the Army with the developmental requirements of the enlisted force.
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What AR covers ASAP?
A-600-85
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What does ASAP stand for
Army substance abuse program
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What AR cover the Army weight control program?
AR-600-9
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What Ar covers the army command poloicy?
AR-600-20
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What AR covers military awards?
AR-600-8-22
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What AR covers enlisted promotions and reductions?
AR 600-8-19
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What AR covers military passes and leave?
AR 600-8-10
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What AR cover the army Casualty program?
AR 600-8-1
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What AR covers NCOERs
AR 623-3
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What AR covers emergency relief loans?
AR 930-4
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What AR covers ACES (army continuing education services)
AR 621-5
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what FM covers drill and cermony?
FM 3-21.5
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What TC covers PRT?
TC 3-22.20
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What FM covers leadership?
FM 6-22
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What AR covers military coutoms and courtesys?
AR 600-25
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What FM covers Counseling?
FM 6-22 appendix B
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What FM cover map reading and navigation?
FM 3-22.26
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What is the normal TIG (time in grade) does it take to become a specialist?
24 months
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What are three ways a leader can develope soldiers through which they provide feed back and knowledge?
counseling
coaching
mentoring
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what are three phases of physical conditioning?
prepatory
conitioning
maintenance
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What is a MFT?
Master Fitness Trainer
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What is a DA form 3349?
Physical Profile
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What are the commands to get a unit from a normal line formation into an extended rectangular formation?
1. Extend to the left, march
2. Arms downward, move
3. Left, Face
4. Extend to the left, march
5. Arms downward, move
6. Right, face
7. From front to rear, count off
8. Even numbers to the left, uncover
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What are the alternative acft events?
2.5-mile walk, 800-yard swim, or 6.2-mile bicycle ride
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What is the DA form 705?
PT score card
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What are the three approaches to counseling?
1. Directive
2. Non-directive
3. Combined
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What are some examples of Event counseling?
1. Instances of superior or substandard performance.
2. Reception and Integration Counseling.
3. Crisis Counseling
4. Referral Counseling
5. Promotion Counseling
6. Separation Counseling
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What form is used for counseling?
DA Form 4856 E
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How will service ribbons be worn on the male Army Blue Service uniform?
The ribbons centered 1/8 inch above the left breast pocket.
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One service stripe represents how many years?
3 years
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What are the 5 Warrior Task subject areas?
Shoot, Move, Communicate, Survive, Adapt
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Who is the highest military court?
the court of military appeals
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PRT sessions consist of what three elements?
Preparation
-Activities
-Recovery
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What are the two types of commands used in PRT?
-Preparatory Commands
-Command of Execution
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What Does DEERS stand for?
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System.
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what is DEERS used for?
To obtain dependent ID cards for eligible spouse and children
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What does NCODP stand for?
Non commissioned Officer Development Program
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What is the goal of NCODP?
Develop and strengthen the skills, knowledge, and abilities to train, deploy, and lead soldiers in combat through battle focused training.
Develop NCOs who are self–aware, adaptive, competent, and confident.
Realize the full potential of the NCO support channel.
Foster a unit environment that enhances continued NCO leader development and encourages self–development as part of a lifelong learning process.
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What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship?
Steady Position
Proper Aim (Sight Picture)
Breathing
Trigger Squeeze
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What are the two basic elements of the Sight Picture?
Sight Alignment
Placing of the Aiming Point
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What does CLP stand for?
Cleaner - It contains solvents that dissolve firing residue and carbon.
Lubricant - It lays down a layer of teflon as it dries to provide lubrication.
Preservative - It prevents rust from Forming.
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What is the FM concerning the M4 Rifle?
FM 3-22.9
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What is the first thing you should do when you handle a weapon?
clear it
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What is the M2 .50 Cal machine gun used for?
Defend against low-flying hostile aircraft, support the infantryman in both attack and defense, destroy lightly armored vehicles, provide protection for motor movements, vehicle parks and train bivouacs, and reconnaissance by fire on suspected enemy positions
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Which FM covers the M2 .50 Cal?
FM 3-22.65
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What is the length of the barrel of the .50 Cal?
45 inches
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What is the weight of the M2 .50 Cal machine gun?
84 lbs
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What is the maximum range of the .50 Cal?
6,764meters
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discribe the m2
The Browning machine gun caliber .50 HB, M2 is a belt-fed, recoil-operated,air-cooled, crew-served machine gun. The gun is capable of single shot, as well as automatic fire, and operates on the short recoil principle.
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What is the length of the .50 Cal, overall?
65.13 inches
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What Field Manual covers the M240B?
FM 3-22.68 Chapter 3
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Describe the M240B.
The M240B is a belt-fed, air-cooled, gas-operated, fully automatic machine gun that fires from the open bolt position.
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What is the maximum range of the M240B?
3725 meters
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What is the length of the M240B?
49 inches
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What are the proper procedures for performing a function check on the M240B?
Places the safety on “F.”
Pulls the cocking handle to the rear, locking the bolt to the rear of the receiver.
Returns the cocking handle to the forward position.
Places the safety on “S,” and closes the cover.
Pulls the trigger. (Bolt should not go forward).
Places the safety on “F.”
Pulls the cocking handle to the rear, pulls the trigger, and rides the bolt forward.
Closes the ejection port cover.
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What is the maximum effective range of the M240B for an area target?
Tripod –1,100 meters
Bipod – 800 meters
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What is the maximum range of the M249 (SAW)?
3,600meters
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What does S.A.W. stand for?
Squad Automatic Weapon
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What is the weight of the M249?
16.41pounds
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The M249 is loaded, fired, unloaded and cleared from what bolt position?
The open bolt position
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What is a DA Form 31
A leave request form
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How many articles are there in the U.S. Constitution?
7
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(the bill of rights)What are the first 10 amendments?
Amendment 1: Freedom of religion Amendment 2: Right to bear Arms Amendment 3: No soldier should be quartered without consent of the Owner Amendment 4: Right against unreasonable search and seizure Amendment 5: Right to remain silent Amendment 6: Right to a speedy and public trial Amendment 7: Right to Trial by Jury Amendment 8: Concerns bails, fines and punishments Amendment 9: Guarantees and reserves the rights of the people Amendment 10: States, \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"
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What is a framentary order?
A "fragmentary order" (often abbreviated as "FRAGO") is a concise military directive issued by a superior officer to modify or update parts of a previously issued operation order, only communicating the specific changes that need to be made to the existing plan, rather than restating the entire order; essentially, it's a quick way to adjust tactics based on evolving battlefield situations.
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what is a operations order?
An "operations order" (OPORD) is a directive issued by a commander to subordinate commanders, outlining the plan for a specific military operation, including the mission, situation, execution details, support requirements, and command and signal instructions, typically presented in a standardized five-paragraph format to ensure clear communication and coordinated action among all involved units; essentially, it's a detailed plan for how to execute a mission.
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what are the 5 types of orders?
operations order
service support order
movement order
warning order
fragmentary order
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What is a warno?
it is a warning that an operation order is about to be sent down
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What is opsec?
Operations Security
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name 5 female military apearance standards
1. HAIR- may be worn in a bun or in a pont tail, short to medium hair may touch the collar but will not extend past it, long hair must be secured in tyles such as styles like braids, twists, or cronrows only if they are neat and uniform
hair accessories such as clips and bows must match the hair color
2. COSMETICS- mut be modest and conservative, lipstick and nail polish must compliment the uniform and not extreme in color ( e.g., no neon or glitter) Nails mut be clean and no longer than 1/4 of an inch
Jewlery: Earrings must be small, plain, and not exceed 6 mm in diameter, gold, silver, or pearl( when in dress uniform) No visibale body piercings are permitted
