Weapons M16 A2

Question 1

What is the FM concerning the M16 A2 rifle?

Answer 1

FM 3-22.9

Question 2

What is the first thing you should do when you handle a weapon?

Answer 2

make sure you clear it

Question 3

Name the 5 phases in basic rifle marksmanship

Answer 3

1. preliminary rifle instruction
2. downrange feedback
3. field fire
4. advanced rifle marksmanship
5. advanced optics, laser & iron sights

Question 4

What is the purpose of a weaponeer?

Answer 4

the weaponeer is capable of simulating all of the BRM live fire scenarios without firing rounds. immediate feedback is available for critiquing the soldiers application of the integrated act of firing while using the weaponeer device to include misfire procedures

Question 5

What are the 4 fundamentals of marksmanship?

Answer 5

1. steady position
2. proper aim (sight picture)
3. breathing
4. trigger squeeze

Question 6

During preliminary marksmanship training (PMI), what are the only positions taught?

Answer 6

1. individual foxhole supported

2. basic prone unsupported

Question 7

What are the 2 basic elements of the sight picture?

Answer 7

1. sight alignment

2. placing of the aiming point

Question 8

What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?

Answer 8

slap, pull, observe, release, tap, shoot

Question 9

What is remedial action?

Answer 9

the continuing effort to determine the cause for a stoppage or malfunction & to try to clear the stoppage once it has been identified

Question 10

Describe the proper procedures for applying remedial action with the M16 A2?

Answer 10

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 if not already done

Question 11

Describe the proper procedures for applying immediate action with the M16 A2?

Answer 11

1. slaps gently upward on the magazine to ensure