Chapter 3: Control Flashcards
What are the elements of control?
- Direction
- Feedback
- Information
- Communication
What are the operational variables?
- Political
- Military
- Economic
- Social
- Information
- Infrastructure
- Physical Environment
- Time
What are the mission variables?
- Mission
- Enemy
- Terrain and Weather
- Troops and Support Available
- Time Available
- Civil Considerations
What is the commander’s critical information requirement?
An information requirement identified by the commander as being critical to facilitating timely decision making. (JP 3-0)
What is a priority intelligence requirement?
An intelligence requirement that the commander and staff need to understand the threat and other aspects of the operational environment. (JP 2-01)
What is a friendly force information requirement?
Information the commander and staff need to understand the status of friendly force and supporting capabilities. (JP 3-0)
What is a control measure?
A means of regulating forces or war fighting functions.