The Army & Operations (ADP 1 / ADP 3-0)
What is the oldest branch of the Army?
The Infantry. (ADP 1, Para 1-21)
What is the maximum number of oak leaf clusters authorized on a single ribbon?
4. (AR 600-8-22, Para 6-3)
What is the very first step in clearing an M4 or M16 rifle?
Point the weapon in a safe direction. (TC 3-22.9, Para 2-59)
What are the 5 domains of the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) system?
Physical, nutritional, mental, spiritual, and sleep. (FM 7-22, Para 1-5)
What is the Army form used to document developmental counseling?
DA Form 4856. (ATP 6-22.1, Para 2-30)
What are the three strategic roles of the Army?
Prevent, Shape, and Win. (ADP 1, Para 1-9)
What is the maximum bulk of male hair allowed on top of the head?
2 inches. (AR 670-1, Para 3-2a(1)(b))
What are the phases of the M4 carbine cycle of function?
Feeding, chambering, locking, firing, unlocking, extracting, ejecting, and cocking. (TC 3-22.9, Para 3-1)
Who is responsible for meeting the body fat standards of AR 600-9?
Every individual Soldier. (AR 600-9, Para 2-15 / 3-1)
How often must active duty NCOs be counseled by their raters?
Quarterly. (ATP 6-22.1, Table 2-1)
What is the Army's basic operational concept?
Unified Land Operations. (ADP 3-0, Para 3-1)
What is the order of precedence for wearing multiple decorations on a uniform?
Highest to lowest decoration. (AR 600-8-22, Para 1-40)
What are the three phases of marksmanship training?
Primary, preparatory, and live-fire. (TC 3-22.9, Para 5-2)
How often must Soldiers be screened for body fat and weight standards?
Every 6 months. (AR 600-9, Para 3-2)
What are the three basic approaches to counseling?
Nondirective, directive, and combined. (ATP 6-22.1, Para 2-12)
Define "Operational Art" in military doctrine.
The cognitive approach by commanders and staffs to develop strategies, campaigns, and operations. (ADP 3-0, Para 2-2)
How is the regimental distinctive insignia (RDI) worn on the male ASU or AGSU?
Centered 1/8 inch above the top pocket flap. (AR 670-1, Para 21-24)
What is the definition of "zeroing" a weapon?
Aligning the sights with the weapon's barrel to achieve a specific point of impact. (TC 3-22.9, Para 6-65)
How much weight is a flagged Soldier expected to lose per month on the Army Body Composition Program?
3 to 8 pounds or 1% body fat per month. (AR 600-9, Para 3-9)
What is the NCOPD program specifically designed to develop?
Professionalism, leadership, and technical competence. (AR 600-100, Para 2-4)
What is the difference between a mission and an operation?
A mission is a task/purpose assigned; an operation is a sequence of tactical actions with a common purpose. (ADP 3-0, Glossary)
Who is the approving authority for the Army Achievement Medal (AAM)?
Battalion Commander (LTC or above). (AR 600-8-22, Table 3-2)
What is the "minutes of angle" (MOA) adjustment for the rear sight on an M4 carbine?
3/4 MOA per click. (TC 3-22.9, Table 4-1)
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for a 21-year-old male Soldier?
22%. (AR 600-9, Appendix B)
What are the four stages of the counseling process?
Identify the need, Prepare, Conduct, Follow-up. (ATP 6-22.1, Para 2-23)