Introduction to ADM

Question 1

Definition ADM

Answer 1

applying critical and creative thinking to understand, visualize, and describe complex problems and develop approaches to solve them.

Question 2

What is ADM intended for?

Answer 2

complex and ill-structured problem

Question 3

Three steps of ADM +1

Answer 3

Frame the operational environment

Frame the problem

Develop an approach

+Assessing and reframing

Question 4

Key concepts of ADM (7)

Answer 4

Operational art
Critical and creative thinking
Collaboration and dialogue
Systems thinking
Framing
Visual modeling
Narrative construction

Question 5

Definition of center of gravity + three critical factors

Answer 5

The source of power that provides moral and physical strength, freedom of action, or will to act.

critical capabilities
critical requirements
critical vulnerabilities

Question 6

Definition of decisive points

Answer 6

a geographic place, specific key event, critical factor, or function that, when acted upon, allows commanders to gain a marked advantage over an adversary or contribute materially to achieving success.

Question 7

Line of operation (Geographic)

Answer 7

A line that defines the directional orientation of a force in time and space in relation to the enemy and links the force with its operations/objectives

Question 8

Line of effort (conceptual)

Answer 8

A line that links multiple tasks using the logic of purpose rather than geographical reference to focus efforts towards establishing operational and strategic conditions.

Question 9

Two parts of environment frame

Answer 9

Current state (what is going on in the environment)
Future state (what do we want the environment to look like)

Question 10

Formulate an operational approach (5)

Answer 10

Determine enemy and friendly COG

Identify decisive points

Determine a direct or indirect approach

Establish objectives and devise LOO and LOE

Refine the operational approach