Tactical Fundamentals Flashcards
1
Q
Define Tactics
A
Art and science of winning engagements + battles
2
Q
What is the science of tactics?
A
Technical application of combat power
3
Q
What is art of tactics?
A
Applying the science of tactics
4
Q
What are the 9 principles of war?
A
MOOSE MUSS Mass Objective Offensive Security Economy of Force Maneuver Unity of Command Simplicity Surprise
5
Q
What are the 6 tactical tenets?
A
- Achieving a decision
- Gaining an advantage
- Being faster
- Adapting
- Cooperating
- Exploiting success and finishing
6
Q
What are the two decision making methods?
A
- Analytical
- Recognition primed
7
Q
What are the 7 decision making variables?
A
- Chance
- Risk
- Information
- Time
- Uncertainty
- Risk
- Human factors
8
Q
What are the 3 stimuli to making decisions?
A
- Rational calculation
- Intuitive gut feeling
- Emotion
