Mission Command

Question 1

Define Mission Command

Answer 1

The exercise of authority and direction by the commander using mission orders to enable disciplined initiative within the Commanders intent to empower agile and adaptive leaders in the conduct of unified land operations.

Question 2

Mission Command is guided by?

Answer 2

Mission command is guided by 6 principles which are:
P E C A B U
Providing a clear commanders Intent
Exercising a disciplined initiative
Create a shared understanding
Accept prudent risk
Build a cohesive team through mutual trust
Use Mission Orders

Question 3

What do the principles of mission command do?

Answer 3

The principles of mission command assist Commanders and staff in balancing the art of command with the science of control

Question 4

Principles: P

Answer 4

Provide a clear commanders intent is a concise expression of purpose and desired end state.

Question 5

Principles: E

Answer 5

Exercise Disciplined Initiative is actions in the absence of orders to create / exploit opportunities inline with Commanders intent.

Question 6

Principles: C

Answer 6

Create a shared understanding is conditional collaboration that requires mutual trust and results in shared understanding.

Question 7

Principles: A

Answer 7

Accept Prudent Risk: Is the risk worth the reward?

Question 8

Principles: B

Answer 8

Build a cohesive team through mutual trust creates shared trust with all echelons to earn unity of effort.

Question 9

Principles: U

Answer 9

Use Mission Orders is directives that set conditions for success and issue guidance for intent.