Multi-subject Army board study guide
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- What are the four major factors of Leadership?
- The Leader, The Led, The Communication, The Situation.
- What are the two ways to sanitize water?
- Iodine Tablets and Boiling.
- What AR covers Military Justice?
- AR 27-10
- What is the policy on nuclear weapons and when they can be used?
- Only the President has the authority to order the use nuclear weapons, only if necessary as a last resort.
- What does the acronym COLD stand for?
- Keep it CLEAN, avoid OVERHEATING, wear LOOSE layers, and keep it DRY.
- When should a casualty not be placed in the shock position?
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If he has a:
-Head Injury
-Abdominal wound
-Unsplinted fractured leg - What are the Army Values?
- Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage
- What is the FM concerning the M16/A1, M16/A2, and M4 Rifles?
- FM 3-22.9
- When must Identification Tags be worn?
- When directed by the Commander, engaged in field training, in an aircraft, or OCONUS.
- What is a battle roster?
- A listing of individuals, crews, or elements that reflects capabilities, proficiencies of critical tasks, and other information concerning war-fighting capabilities.
- What does ACS stand for?
- Army Community Service
- What is COMSEC?
- Communications Security
- What military clothing items can be worn with civilian clothes?
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- Low Quarters
- The Windbreaker
- The all-weather coat - What are the five F's of sanitation?
- Fingers, Foods, Fluids, Flies, Feces
- What is First-Aid?
- It is the first care given to injured soldiers before medical personnel are available.
- What do the colors on the flag represent?
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-Red - Hardiness & Valor
-White - Purity & Innocence
-Blue - Vigilance, Perservation, and Justice. - What type of manual is used to perform operator level maintenance?
- The Technical Manual (10 series)
- How is the flag draped over the casket?
- So the stars are over the left shoulder.
- When is the flag flown upside down?
- In a state of emergency.
- How many stripes does the American Flag have?
- 13 Stripes (7 red, 6 white)
- What is Field Sanitation?
- Creating and maintaining healthful environmental conditions, these include safeguarding food, safeguarding water, and controlling disease bearing insects and rodents.
- What are some places that the flag is flown 24 hours a day?
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-US Capitol in Washington, DC
-USS Arizona memorial in Pearl Harbor, HI
-The World War memorial in Worchester, MA
-Fort McHenry Nat'l Monument
-The Moon
-Arlington Cemetary
-Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
-Francis Scott Keys grave - Describe the M4 Rifle
- A 5.56mm, magazine fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, semi-automatic or three-round burst, hand-held, shoulder-fired weapon.
- What are five methods of communication?
- Radio, sound, visual, messenger, wire
- What are five types of ammunition for an M16?
- Ball, Blank, Tracer, Dummy, Plastic
- Why is the Flag worn on the right shoulder of the Utility Uniform?
- To give the effect of the flag waving in the breeze as the wearer moves forward.
- What does SOI stand for?
- Signal Operation Instructions
- What does METL stand for?
- Mission, Essential, Task, List
- What are the three general orders?
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-I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved
-I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner.
-I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered in my instructions to the commander of the relief. - What date was Pearl Harbor bombed, and by who?
- 7 December 1941, by Japan
- What FM is Army leadership covered under?
- FM 22-100
- What FM covers Counseling?
- FM 22-100
- What are the four levels of maintenance?
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-Unit
-Direct Support
-General Support
-Depot - What do you treat first? The entry or the exit wound?
- Treat the larger wound first, however the exit wound is usually larger than the entry wound.
- What are two primary responsibilities of a leader?
- Mission accomplishment and the welfare of the soldier
- What is the motto of ACS?
- Self-Help, Service, and Stability
- Name Three Catogories of heat injuries
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-Heat Cramps
-Heat Exhaustion
-Heat Stroke - What are the three types of bleeding?
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-Arterial - Blood is bright red and spurts with the heart beat
-Venous - Blood is dark red and flows in a steady stream
-Capillary - Blood oozes from the wound - What is military courtesy?
- The respect that soldiers show to each other
- When was the army flag dedicated?
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14 June 1956
(it was approved 12 June 1956) - What does AER stand for and what do they offer?
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Army Emergency Relief
They offer grants and interest-free loans. - What are the eight steps in evaluating a casualty?
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Check for:
-Responsiveness
-Breathing
-Pulse
-Bleeding
-Shock
-Fractures
-Burns
-Possible Concussions - What are the three types of procedures for MOPP gear exchange?
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-Buddy team
-Triple buddy
-Individual - Name four common points for checking pulse
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-Side of the neck
-The Wrist
-The Groin
-The Ankle - What is the muzzle velocity of the M16/A2 Rifle?
- 3100 feet per second
- What are five activities that Morale support provides?
- PX, Gym, Commissary, Swimming Pool, Bowling, Movie Theatre, Sporting events
- Name the three types of NBC warnings?
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-Verbal (GAS!, GAS!, GAS!)
-Hand and Arm Signals
-Banging metal on metal - What is an NCO in the Army?
- The backbone of the Army
- What are three types of Court-Marshal?
- Summary, Special, General
- What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship?
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-Steady position
-Proper Aim (sight picture)
-Breathing
-Trigger Squeeze - What are the 5 MOPP Levels?
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MOPP 0 - Gear accessible
MOPP 1 - Overgarment
MOPP 2 - Overgarment, Boots
MOPP 3 - Overgarment, Boots, Mask
MOPP 4 - Overgarment, Boots, Mask, Gloves - What is a TEWT?
- A Tactical Excercise Without Troops
- How deep do you bury WD1 wire under hard-packed roads?
- 6 to 12 inches
- How deep do you bury WD1 wire in loose or sandy soil?
- Atleast 3 feet
- What is the most important military courtesy?
- The hand Salute
- What Army Regulation covers ACS?
- AR 608-1
- Who is the Sergeant Major of the Army?
- SMA Kenneth O. Preston
- What are the 2 methods of rescue breathing?
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-Mouth to Mouth resusitation
-Back-pressure arm lift method - What is Immediate Action?
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Reducing a stoppage without investigating the cause.
(SPORTS) - What is the purpose of a retreat ceremony?
- To retire the colors from the days activities, and to end the work day
- What size Projectile is fired from the M203?
- 40mm Grenade
- Who is the only person that is on your Chain of command and the NCO support channel?
- Your direct line supervisor
- What is the basic load of M16/A2 Rifle?
- 210 rounds (7 mags of 30 rounds each)
- What is military leadership?
- Influencing soldiers through the use of purpose, motivation, and direction
- What forms do NBC contaminants come in?
- Solids, Liquids, and Gases
- What are training aids?
- Items that assist in the conduct of training and process of learning
- What are contour lines?
- Imaginary lines that represent high and low ground elevation
- What does TABE stand for?
- Test of Adult Basic Education
- What is a JSLIST and when do you get it?
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Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology
It is the new MOPP gear that you get when you report to your unit - What does ACS service and what type of services do they offer?
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Military and family members. They offer:
-Soldier and Family Readiness
-Financial Readiness
-Relocation assistance
-Employment assistance
-Mayoral program - What are three types of article 15?
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-Summarized
-Company grade
-Field grade - What is a map?
- A graphical representation of the earth's surface as seen from above
- What are three types of non-judicial punishment?
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-Corrective training
-Counseling
-Denial of pass privileges
-Reduction in grade - When did the Army purchase its first vehicle?
- 1912
- Why do commanders give non-judicial punishment?
- To Correct, Educate, and Inform soldiers
- Name 3 types of flags normally flown and their sizes.
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Storm -5ft x 9 1/2ft
Post -8ft 11 3/8in x 17ft
Garrison -20ft x 38ft - What Army regulation covers ACES?
- AR 621-5
- What is a battle drill?
- Executing a collective action rapidly without hesitation
- What type of duty does an NCO get when they receive an Article 15?
- Supervisory duty only
- What Army Regulation is AER covered under?
- AR 930-4
- What is the first thing you do when you handle a weapon?
- Make sure you clear it
- Wear and appearance of military uniforms is covered under what regulation?
- AR 670-1
- What is the range of a TA-1 field phone?
- 1 mile
- What does PMCS stand for?
- Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services
- What do the 13 stripes on a flag represent?
- The 13 original colonies (states)
- What does the word OPSEC mean?
- Operational Security
- The US Flag is flown half-staff for what?
- Mourning
- How long do you apply pressure when using the auto injector?
- 10 seconds
- What is the maximum range of the M4 rifle?
- 3600 meters
- What is the maximum effective range of the M4 rifle?
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-Point target: 500 meters
-Area target: 600 meters - What does SALUTE stand for?
- Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment
- What does SINCGARS stand for?
- Single Channel Ground/Airborne radio system
- When is the Army's Birthdate?
- June 14, 1775
- What regulation covers the Army safety program?
- AR 385-10
- What regulation is Army Equal Opportunity program covered under?
- AR 600-20
- What does MAPEX stand for?
- Map excercise
- What does STX stand for?
- Situational Training Excercise
- What does BOS stand for?
- Battlefield Operating Systems
- What is a crew drill?
- A collective action that must be performed to use a weapon or equipment
- What branch of the Army is known as the "Queen of Battle"?
- The Infantry
- Who was the first Command Sergeant Major of the Army?
- CSM William O. Woolridge
- What are the three leadership styles?
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-Participating
-Directing
-Delegating - What are the five "S" you should know when you capture an enemy?
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-Search
-Segregate
-Silence
-Speed
-Safeguard - What are the three security classification categories?
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-Top Secret
-Secret
-Confidential - What does the acronym MOPP stand for?
- Mission Oriented Protective Posture
- What inspections or checks are involved in the PMCS?
- Before, During, After, Weekly, and Monthly
- What are the three categories of military vehicles?
- Administrative, Tactical, Combat
- What does "BII" stand for and where will you find the BII list?
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-Basic Issue Items
-The back of the -10 - What leaks, no matter how bad will dead line (DL) a vehicle?
- Fuel, and brake fluid
- The Army method of controlling equipment is known as what?
- Dispatching
- What does "SERE" stand for?
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape
- If captured, when is the best time to escape?
- As soon as possible (most likely, this is when you will be closest to your own lines).
- Who authorized the code of conduct in 1955?
- President Dwight D. Eisenhower
- What is the weight (in lbs) of the M4 Carbine?
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w/o magazine and sling: 6.49
w/ sling and 30 round magazine: 7.50 - What is the length of the M4?
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Buttstock closed: 29.75
Buttstock open: 33.00 -
What are the maximum effective rates of fire for the M4?
(Rounds Per Minute) -
Semiautomatic: 45
Burst: 90
Sustained: 12-15 - What is meant by "sustained" rate of fire?
- The rate of fire that a weapon can continue to deliver for an indefinite period without overheating.
- What is the muzzle velocity (fps) of the M4?
- 2,970