AF/USSF Core Values
What are the 3 Air Force Core Values?
Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in All We Do
What is Critical Thinking and Problem Solving?
A. Critical thinking is the process of thinking carefully about a subject or idea, without allowing feelings or opinions to affect you; and Problem Solving is the purposeful act of observing a problem and then deciding to solve it, after considering solutions and choosing one.
B. Critical thinking is relying on your feels to guide you to conclusions; and problem solving is waiting for intuitive hits to do something.
C. Critical thinking is criticizing everything and everyone around you; and problem solving is finding solutions to the problems you will inevitably have if you critically think.
A. Critical thinking is the process of thinking carefully about a subject or idea, without allowing feelings or opinions to affect you; and Problem Solving is the purposeful act of observing a problem and then deciding to solve it, after considering solutions and choosing one.
Which answer describes the relationship between followership and leadership?
A. Leaders often perform both roles simultaneously.
B. To be a good leader, one first needs to know how to be a good follower.
C. The characteristics of an effective follower are similar to, if not the same as, the characteristics of an effective leader.
D. All of the above
D. All of the above. All leaders have someone they are accountable to, good followership is a prerequisite to being a good leader, and there is an overlap between being a good leader and follower.
Question 1: What are the 3 Principles/Provisions Outlined in the US Constitution?
Question 2: What Branch of Government Establishes Military Authority?
Answer to Question 1: Federalism, Checks/Balances, and Enumerated Powers
Answer to Question 2: Executive Branch (Article 2)
What are the 5 AF Core Functions?
Air Superiority, Rapid Global Mobility, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance, Global Strike, and Command and Control
1st Lt Davison is the Assistant Operations Flight Commander in a maintenance squadron. He noticed the Operations Flight Commander was using fear tactics and yelling at people to accomplish tasks. Although 1st Lt Davison knew it was wrong, he chose to do nothing about it because he didn’t want to make waves and risk jeopardizing his position.
What kind of followership style does 1st Lt Davison exhibit?
A. Yes Person
B. Survivor
C. Alienated Follower
D. Effective Follower
C. Survivor
Survivors assess what a leader wants and will comply with their boss if they think it will increase their chances of survival. They aim to minimize risk and do just enough to get by.
What are the virtues associated with each Air Force Core Value?
Integrity: Honesty, Courage, Accountability, and Humility
Service Before Self: Duty, Loyalty, and Respect
Excellence in All We Do: Teamwork, Discipline, and Mission.
A leader who attempts to understand the fundamental issue at hand is relying on which element of reasoning?
A. Purpose
B. Question at Issue
C. Implications and Consequences
D. Assumptions
B. Question at Issue
All reasoning attempts to understand a fundamental issue. Leaders use questioning to ensure they are considering the “right” question
List and Describe Each of the 5 Basic Followership Styles.
Effective followers – active participants and critical thinkers – independent and intent on high performance. They are proactive and thinks ahead
Alienated followers – passive participants and critical thinkers – independent and capable of high performance but often criticizes without offering constructive input
Yes People – active participants and uncritical thinkers – might take some initiative on orders but does not question them
Sheep – passive participant and uncritical thinkers – complies with any order given/lacks initiative
Survivors – displays qualities of each type of follower – but rarely committed to workplace or group goals (does enough to get by and minimize risks)
Which of the following statements include ALL reasons for a separate military justice system?
1. Discipline.
2. Lack of qualified civilian lawyers.
3. Military justice worldwide/worldwide operations.
4. Crimes unique to the military.
A. 2 and 3
B. 1, 3 and 4
C. 1 and 4
D. 2, 3 and 4
B. 1 (Discipline), 2 (military justice worldwide/worldwide operations), 3 (crimes unique to the military)
What are the 5 SF Core Competencies?
Space Security
Combat Power Projection
Space Mobility & Logistics
Information Mobility
Space Domain Awareness
Capt Reed is a new member of the Scheduling Flight, which is led by a more senior captain. After adjusting to the flight’s operations, Capt Reed identified several communication factors and process inefficiencies negatively impacting the team’s performance. She spent time drafting a new task management system for the team, which she presented to the flight commander for consideration. The flight commander responded that the team would NOT be adopting the new system because they already have a system in place. However, he also said that he may be willing to test-run the system after they complete a major project due in December.
Which of the following BEST describes the flight commander’s conflict management style?
A. Accommodating
B. Avoiding
C. Competing (Forcing)
D. Compromising
E. Collaborating
D. Compromising.
This style is characterized by some assertiveness and some cooperativeness; it requires a willingness of both parties to change, adjust, or give something up and involves behavior that seeks to partially satisfy both parties’ desires and resolves the conflict. The flight commander displayed the compromising style by offering to reconsider Capt Reed’s suggestion after the conclusion of a major project.
What are the 4 Space Force Core Values?
Character, Connection, Commitment, and Courage
Draw the mutant DUCK and Label Elements of Reasoning Associated with it!
(Hint: 3 Eyes, Two Weird Feet, and What Does a Duck Say?)
Information, Data, Evidence
Inferences (based on experience)
Implications - Consequences
Purpose
Points of View
Question at Issue
Assumptions (based on perspective/values, subjective, and bias based potentially)
Concepts (ideas)
The AFNC Problem Solving Approaches framework is very similar to the Thomas Kilmann Conflict Management Model. Both models have five components, and each of the five components somewhat “match” each other in their actions and their “high/low” orientation between task orientation/ “assertiveness” and people orientation/ “Cooperativeness”.
Based on this observation, what Conflict Management Style “matches” the Cooperate Problem Solving Approach?
A. Avoiding
B. Competing (Forcing)
C. Compromising
D. Collaborating
E. Accommodating
D. Collaborating
Collaborating is high assertiveness and high cooperativeness, which corresponds to Cooperate which has a high task and high people orientation.
Which of the following are legal rights under the military justice system?
1. Rights advisement
2. Compulsory self-incrimination prohibited
3. Right to civilian counsel at government expense
A. 1 and 3
B. 1 and 2
C. 2 and 3
B. 1 (being advised of your rights), 2 (protection from involuntary self-incrimination)
Which statement is TRUE regarding readiness?
A. Airmen and Guardians are NOT considered a capability of the DAF.
B. Airmen and Guardians are NOT required to maintain readiness in all aspects of their lives.
C. Readiness is the ability to fulfill the mission's requirements and is critical to the AFFORGEN concept.
C. Readiness is the ability to fulfill the mission's requirements and is critical to the AFFORGEN concept.
A1C Smith is a personnel specialist in a flying squadron. Though her day-to-day responsibilities are behind the scenes and her efforts often go unnoticed, she works very hard because she knows her job is critical to keeping pilots in the air. She usually works late to process her paperwork without any delays.
Which rule of an effective follower is A1C Smith displaying?
A. Accepts responsibility
B. Is selfless in her service
C. Displays initiative
D. Has good communication skills
B. Selfless in her service
A1C Smith is displaying selfless service without concern for recognition. She is executing her job quietly, confidently, and professionally, with the “team” in mind.
How do AF/SF Core Values Relate to Virtues/Commitments?
Virtues are desired behavior that must be practiced to prove you are living out the AF/SF Core Values.
Which of the Following is NOT 1 of the 9 Intellectual Standards Used to Assess Thinking? Select All that Apply.
A. Clarity – Can you ELABORATE further?
B. Bacon - Is it CRISPY or FLOPPY?
C. Accuracy – Is this TRUE?
D. Precisions – Can you give me MORE DETAILS?
E. Logic – Does this actually MAKES SENSE?
F. Significance – Which idea or concept is MOST IMPORTANT?
G. Meditation - is there CALMNESS of mind?
H. Depth – What is the ROOT CAUSE?
I. Relevant – How does this RELATE?
J. Breadth – Do we consider another POINT OF VIEW?
K. Fairness – What JUSTIFIES my thinking?
L. Thinking is too hard. I think I just want a nap instead.
B. Bacon, G. Meditation, and L. I don't want to think.
Senior Airman Rodriguez once took great pride in serving in the U.S. Air Force. But after multiple deployments and seeing what he believes are poor leadership decisions that put mission success over the well-being of the enlisted members, his attitude begins to shift.
Though he still performs his duties, Rodriguez no longer trusts his chain of command. He avoids speaking up in meetings unless it is to complain about a process but does not offer solutions, and no longer volunteers for extra responsibilities. While he doesn’t openly defy orders, his quiet resentment grows. He feels unheard, disillusioned, and powerless to make a difference—yet he remains in uniform.
What type of follower is SrA Rodriguez being?
A. An Effective Follower
B. A Yes Person
C. An Alienated Follower
D. A Survivor
E. A Sheep
F. A Dolphin
C. An Alienated Follower, he is feeling disillusioned but still completes his work.
Letter of Reprimand (LoR) is an example of which method of maintaining discipline?
A. Judicial
B. Non-Judicial
C. Administrative
C. Administrative, others include Letter of Counsel, Letter of Admonishment, Unfavorable Information Files, Control Rosters, and Officer Selection Record.
Which USSF core competency addresses access to orbit; the necessary precondition for all other space operations?
A. Space Mobility and Logistics
B. Combat Power Projection
C. Information Mobility
D. Space Security
A. Space Mobility, and Logistics
Space mobility and logistics involves the movement and support of military equipment and personnel into, through, and from the space domain via multiple means including space launch. The ability to control and exploit the space domain always begins with physical access to orbit.
Which statement best describes a professional relationship?
A. Two Captains share an apartment downtown and split the expenses.
B. A Captain and a Staff Sergeant share an apartment downtown; the captain pays 70 percent of the expenses.
C. Several NCOs meet a Captain at his house for a night of gambling while playing poker.
D. A Master Sergeant and a Major go on a vacation cruise ship together. They spend every moment together and are thinking about getting married.
A. Two Captains share an apartment downtown and split the expenses.
Describe the Importance of the USAF/USSF Core Values to Airmen/Guardians
Provides common definition of values for people coming from diverse backgrounds and provides a moral framework given that diversity for military activities.
Select the MOST correct list of shortcomings of System 1 thinking:
A. Relies on pattern recognition, may become obsolete, results in snap judgements, may succumb to stereotypes or bias
B. Relies on pattern recognition, recognizes danger, saves time, may become obsolete
C. Relies on pattern recognition, recognizes danger, saves time, results in snap judgements
D. Relies on pattern recognition, results in snap judgements, saves time, may succumb to stereotypes or bias
A. Relies on pattern recognition, may become obsolete, results in snap judgements, may succumb to stereotypes or bias
System 1 thinking relies on pattern recognition, but that can also be a shortcoming if faced with a new situation since there is no precedent for System 1 to refer to. System 1 thinking may become obsolete when environmental factors change; the automatic response may no longer be of the same value in a new context. System 1 thinking is fast and instinctive; without slowing down thinking, we are subject to snap decisions. Similarly, without slowing down System 1 thinking, we may succumb to the stored “truths” (stereotypes or biases) in our minds
Draw Kilmann's Conflict Management Model and Air Force Negotiation Center Model and describe what the relationship is between them.
Hint: they both have 5 specific categories that people fall into when trying to resolve a conflict! One is measured by how assertive and cooperative someone is and the other is measured by how task oriented or people oriented someone is.
Kilman:
Avoiding
Competing (Forcing)
Compromising
Accommodating
Collaborating
AFNC:
Evade
Insist
Settle
Comply
Cooperate
Last week, you were 30 minutes late because your car had a tire blow out on the way to work. Yesterday, you were 15 minutes late because your electricity went out and your alarm clock didn’t go off. Your supervisor decided to give you a letter of counseling for being late repeatedly.
Who will provide the BEST legal advice in this matter?
A. Judge Judy
B. Staff Judge Advocate
C. Area Defense Counsel
D. Special Victims Counsel
E. Elle Woods
C. ADC, because this position represents Airmen and Guardians in military legal matters.
Describe the Role and Purpose of Doctrine to include its Limitations and Overall Importance to the Armed Services.
1. Fundamental principles by which the armed forces guide their actions.
2. Official advice, but not directive
3. What we believe to be true about the best way to do things based on the evidence to date
4. Limitations: can be outdated as the world’s environment is constantly changing and written doctrine cannot keep up with changes. Requires judgement calls. It is more reactive than proactive as a result.
5. Importance: provides guidance on what the mission is and how to accomplish it. Describes proper use of airpower and space power.
What are the stipulations in the Bill of Rights (First 10 Amendments to the Constitution)? List each one and its corresponding information.
1st Amendment: freedom of speech
2nd Amendment: right to bear arms. Cannot take weapons away from military personnel but must register them with the armory on a base if bringing them on base.
3rd Amendment: Military cannot force civilians to house them.
4th Amendment: Must have probable cause for search and seizure and must have a warrant. Exception: base commanders reserve the right to conduct inspections in good faith based on pre-established criteria (cannot be used to target specific individuals).
5th Amendment: military rights (Article 31): free from involuntary discrimination, (includes right to know what you are under suspicion for, and right to remain silent), right to legal counsel (ADC), right to lawful search/seizure procedures (a warrant must be obtained to conduct these)
6th Amendment: right to a speedy trial, only accused can slow down trial process if so desired.
7th Amendment: right to a trial by a jury of your peers. The initial jury pool must include both enlisted and officers but doesn’t mean any enlisted will meet requirements for actual jury.
8th Amendment: freedom from cruel and unusual punishment or excessive bail amounts.
9th Amendment: CYA in the event the Constitution does not explicitly provide guidance on a set of rights, it does not mean the government can deny the right.
10th Amendment: 2nd CYA in the event a right/or set of authorities is not specified in the Constitution then it is by default reserved for the States and the People of the United States, not the National Government.
What are the Commitments associated with each Space Force Core Value?
Character: have integrity, honesty, and transparency; be accountable; and uphold high standards.
Connection: respect everyone, encourage expression, encourage team to share thoughts, give help when asked/seek assistance when needed.
Commitment: Set audacious goals, learn from experience, facilitate growth, embrace challenge, and work for a better tomorrow.
Courage: stand up for what is right, share thoughts/ideas, take smart risks.
Describe OODA Loop Problem Solving Method (List 4 Steps and what this method is used for)
Describe PPSM 8 Steps of Problem Solving Method (List 8 steps and what this method is used for)
OODA Loop:
Used for: fast decision making, system I thinking (more intuitive, emotional based); more prone to errors.
Observe
Orient
Decide
Act
PPSM:
Used for: long term decision making, system II thinking (more logic based, complex analysis), practical problem solving method.
1. Clarify Problem
2. Break Down Problem and ID Gaps
3. Set Improvement Targets
4. Determine Root Causes
5. Develop Countermeasures
6. See Countermeasures through
7. Confirm Results and Process
8. Standardize Successful Processes
During a multinational training exercise, the unit’s communications system went down, creating confusion across several teams. While officers worked to reestablish control, Sergeant Taylor, a mid-level enlisted leader, stepped up.
Without overstepping authority, Taylor calmly gathered her team, reassessed objectives, and improvised a backup communication method using pre-planned contingency signals. She stayed aligned with the commander’s intent, ensured her team remained focused, and relayed status updates through alternative channels.
What type of Follower was Sgt Taylor being in this situation?
A. An Alienated Follower
B. A Sheep
C. A Giraffe
D. A Baboon
E. A Yes Person
F. A Survivor
G. An Effective Follower
G. Effective Follower
Sgt Taylor took initiative but made sure not to overstep her leadership and was mission and people focused throughout the situation. She was aware of the commander's intent and ensured her team was focused and communicated using prescribed alt. channels.
Question 1: What is the Uniformed Code of Military Justice and Manual for Courts-Martial?
A. UCMJ are the laws/rules for military members and MCM is how to plea bargain in court
B. UCMJ are the laws/rules for military members and MCM is the written guidance on how those rules are enforced when violations occur?
C. UCMJ and MCM are irrelevant because we live in perfect orderly utopia.
Question 2: Which of the following courts-martial tries the MOST serious offenses?
A. Special
B. General
C. Summary
Question 1: B. UCMJ are the laws/rules for military members and MCM is the written guidance on how those rules are enforced when violations occur.
Question 2: B. General Court Martials.
What is the overall purpose/results of the core functions for AF?
A. Global Vigilance, Global Reach, Global Strength
B. Deterring the Armies of Sauron Away from Middle-Earth, Keeping them in Mordor
C. Global Vigilance, Global Alliances, Global Power
D. Global Vigilance, Global Reach, Global Power
E. Globalization, Global Power, and Deterrence
F. Protecting the Rebel Alliance on Yavin 4 from Grand Moff Tarkin's Death Star I
D. Global Vigilance, Global Reach, and Global Power.
During the Constitutional Convention of 1787, a major debate broke out between large states and small states over how representation in the new national legislature should be structured.
Large states, like Virginia, supported the Virginia Plan, which called for representation based on population.
Small states, like New Jersey, backed the New Jersey Plan, which called for equal representation for each state, regardless of size.
To break the deadlock, Roger Sherman of Connecticut proposed a bicameral legislature that would have a House of Representatives with delegates based on population in a state which accommodated the large states and the Senate which would be a fixed two senators per state which accommodated the small states. This is still the system we have today in the USA.
This historical occurrence is an example of which method on the Kilman's Conflict Management Model?
Compromise, the historical occurrence is called the Great Compromise in US History. Additionally, this is an excellent example of where neither party of a conflict fully gets what they want and instead must settle (APNC Model) on a solution that gives only partially what each party wants. Neither side is fully unsatisfied nor satisfied.