Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) 3 Practice Exam

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• What is a rehearsal and why is it used?
• What is the purpose of Mission Command when executed properly?
• Which is NOT among the three platoon proficiency focuses?
• Which activity is a general responsibility of train operations?
• What is the primary goal of sustainment in field operations?
• In MDMP, what is the fourth step?
• In the COMPASS-FT mnemonic, what does the letter P stand for?
• Which Warfighting Function includes artillery, missiles, and air defense to support maneuver and defeat threats?
• Which option mentions SP and RP as features of a strip map?
• Which practice best ensures alignment with the operation plan before execution?
• Which option is a common type of rehearsal?
• On DD Form 1265, what should be done with the convoy number?
• When conducting the convoy brief, the mission covers ______?
• What is Unity of Command and why is it important in planning?
• Which statement best describes the Convoy Commander’s responsibilities?
• Should T&EOs be the sole source of feedback the commander considers in making an assessment?
• In an OPORD, what is the difference between the Situation and Execution?
• Which of the following is NOT part of Sustainment in warfighting functions?
• The Initial WARNORD includes which elements?
• Which statement is NOT part of MCT allocation?
• Which TAT does not accompany troops?
• Who validates the Movement plan?
• What directs the convoy's formation and movement?
• Which statement correctly lists the five steps of the Army risk management process?
• Where is the Convoy Clearance Number displayed?
• During MDMP, COA evaluation identifies what outcome?
• Which item is a typical component of sustainment?
• Why is enemy analysis critical in METT-TC?
• The Convoy Clearance Number is generated on which system?
• Which description best matches the function of intelligence in planning?
• What is the primary purpose of a communications plan in military operations?
• Which statement best defines Mission Command?
• How many packing lists are required if using commercial assets?
• What does LOAC stand for and why is it important in operations?
• What ensures commanders gain a holistic, complete, and accurate appreciation of proficiency?
• What describes the Main Body of a convoy?
• By nature, what carries the predominance of objective input when considering whether the unit can or cannot perform a task to standard?
• Which principle emphasizes integrating different arms to operate together?
• METT-TC is used to guide leaders in analyzing factors that affect a mission to shape planning and decisions. Which option best reflects this?
• Which of the following best describes the role of intelligence in warfighting functions?
• What is used to evaluate individual and collective tasks?
• Which vehicle designates the pace setter in a tactical convoy?
• MSR identifiers should never be named as which of the following?
• In SPOD Operations, which organization manages port operations?
• Name three common types of rehearsals.
• Who is coordinated by the UMC?
• Route Synchronization includes which types of movements?
• What is the primary purpose of the Arrival/Departure Airfield Control Group (A/DACG)?
• Which component name is described by Observation and Fields of Fire, Avenues of Approach, Key Terrain, Obstacles, and Cover and Concealment?
• In the MOVEMENT PLAN mnemonic, which letter stands for 'how equipment moves'?
• What does UDL produce?
• SMCC processes which form for permits?
• What is the Start Point in a convoy movement?
• True or False: Command and Signal capabilities include hand and arm signals?
• What is the purpose of a Decision Brief in MDMP?
• Which document serves as a navigational aid used by all convoy vehicles?
• In OPORD, which element describes how the mission will be carried out?
• Which are the 3 functional elements of a convoy?
• What are the 3 steps to assessing MET proficiency?
• Which specialty team handles Enemy Prisoner of War operations during convoy protection?
• Which Warfighting Function is focused on deploying and maneuvering forces to gain positional advantage?
• What are the three leader competencies in the Army Leadership Requirements Model?
• How should a leader develop subordinates during BOLC 3?
• Why is logistics critical during execution planning?
• What is the maximum cargo load and its dimensions?
• Who most commonly has a standard METL?
• Subordinate leaders should give a back brief or confirmation brief to the ________ at the conclusion of all convoy briefings.
• Which option is not a water terminal location?
• Which categories must move when a unit deploys?
• What is a Decision Point in MDMP planning?
• How many MCTs are allocated per Sustainment BDE in theater?
• The front-most vehicle in your convoy will display which color flag?
• How many steps are in the Movement Program?
• What is the purpose of COA comparison in MDMP?
• Convoy Identifiers define the color flags used for the lead and rear vehicles, respectively; which option reflects this correctly?
• What model provides a structured approach to plan, prepare, execute, and evaluate a training event?
• Which statement best reflects how to obtain a complete picture of proficiency in training?
• In the Unit Movement Plan, which annex covers Rail movement?
• What is the most common method for loading railcars?
• Which of the following is a valid route control measure?
• What describes a Branch MCT (BMCT) relationship?
• Which system is updated to produce UDL?
• What is the primary role of the Unit Movement Coordinator (UMC)?
• COMPO 1 submits the DD Form 1265 ____ days prior to convoy movements?
• Which process is used at the company level to analyze a mission, develop a plan, and prepare unit training?
• METT-TC stands for which of the following?
• What is the primary purpose of blocking, bracing, packing, crating, and tie-down procedures?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the six Army warfighting functions?
• In MDMP, which step involves COA approval?
• Which statement describes the focus of movement and maneuver operations?
• What are the responsibilities of the Unit Movement Officer (UMO)?
• Which of the following is an organizational element of a convoy?
• Which railcar type is used for vehicles and general cargo?
• Which organization is the DOD executive agent for public highway matters?
• Which provides the primary basis for proficiency assessments within the training framework?
• What defines a Convoy?
• Who has the overall responsibility for all mission coordination, preparation, equipment, safety, fire control, and accountability?
• What is a Tactical Convoy?
• What does the Movement Program preplan?
• In METT-TC, which factor addresses the impact of operations on civilians and non-military actors?
• Vehicles require a minimum of how many inches of space between vehicles?
• Which movement plan covers mobilization for National Guard and Reserve?
• True or False: Recovery Assets fall under the execution paragraph?
• How many steps are in the MOVEMENT PLAN?
• What best describes a METL?
• Why are Ethics and Values important for officers?
• What is the formula for Convoy Calculation?
• What does reconnaissance contribute to planning in military operations?
• Boxcars are used for which type of commodities?
• What is a pacesetter in a convoy?
• What framework is used to plan and prepare, execute, and evaluate a single training event?
• Identify two common safety hazards in field operations and one mitigation for each.
• What is a COG in military analysis and why is it important?
• What is the primary aim of COA Development in MDMP?
• The CC should alert the __________ to time-consuming tasks that must begin early in preparation such as cross loading, and towbars.
• How long will it take to reach Ft Pickett, Virginia while traveling at a 45-mph rate of march having a distance of 79 miles? (Always round up)
• Which step involves presenting the plan to convoy personnel?
• What is the requirement for blocking, bracing, packing, crating, and tie-down?
• Which statement about risk management in execution is true?
• What term describes the accurate understanding of the current environment and is maintained through continuous monitoring, reporting, and updating intelligence?
• What is the first step in the Eight Step Training Model?
• Army Reserve and National Guard: When must requests arrive?
• Who receives the mission and quickly analyzes it against the unit's current capability?
• Who sets vehicle limits and restrictions for highway movements?
• Which option is NOT a route control measure?
• In the Time-Phased Force and Deployment Data timeline, which date is Ready-to-load?
• Which of the following is not a functional element of a convoy?
• What is the purpose of COA Analysis in MDMP?
• Which unit submits DD1265 and DD1266 directly to SMCC?
• What information is included on a Strip Map?
• Which term describes the accurate understanding of the current environment?
• At minimum, a strip map must have at least these two points?
• Which statement best captures the essential characteristic of a robust communications plan?
• Who completes convoy documentation and submits to UMC?
• Battle Drills involve which of the following?
• What are the five paragraphs of a standard OPORD?
• What is the minimum number of gun trucks allowed in a convoy?
• Which Troop Leading Procedure (TLP) step comes third in order?
• What is created when units update the On-Hand Equipment List (OEL)?
• The back brief is delivered to whom at the conclusion of convoy briefings?
• National Guard: Which documents must be submitted directly to SMCC and when?
• How often is the Movement plan validated?
• The Convoy Clearance Number (CCN) is composed of how many digits and sections?
• What process is used, at the company level and below, to analyze a mission, develop a plan, and prepare unit training?
• Which framework should be considered when making a tentative convoy plan?
• Which is the second step of the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP)?
• In a tactical convoy, which vehicle should be designated as the pace setter?
• In the Eight Step Training Model, what step comes directly after issuing the OPORD?
• Which statement about RFID is true?
• In the Army risk management process, which steps are involved?
• Which is remembered as the first step in the MOVEMENT PLAN?
• What is the Chain of Command and its importance in operations?
• Which DD Form is titled Special Hauling Permit?
• Why is coordinating with adjacent units essential?
• METT-TC stands for?
• What is the role of SDDC?
• What is TC-AIMS II?
• The Convoy Commander's vehicle will display which color flag?
• Which COA Analysis criteria are used to evaluate COAs?
• What is the difference between hasty planning and deliberate planning in the Troop Leading Procedures?
• In METT-TC, what does the Time factor govern?
• How often should you test planned vehicle loads for Active Duty units?
• True or False: Enemy situation falls under the mission
• What is the SMCC responsible for?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a method for conducting reconnaissance?
• In training, who assesses whether an individual or unit can perform the tasks to standard?
• Which fundamentals are essential for map reading in field operations?
• What is included in a Convoy Brief?
• Approximately how many inches of spanner should overlap the rail car deck?
• Which team is responsible for casualty evacuation coordination in convoy protection?
• Which specialty teams are used by convoy protection platforms?
• What does the Release Point signify in convoy operations?
• Supervise/Rehearse includes which activities?
• In map reading, which method is used to estimate distance on terrain when GPS is not available?
• What best describes the role of Rules of Engagement in planning?
• What is a backbrief and when is it used?
• Which DD Form is titled Motor Vehicle Inspection (Transporting HAZMAT)?
• In the Convoy Troop Leading Procedures, which task comes immediately after Receive the Mission?
• Which of the following is not a convoy formation listed?
• What provides a navigational aid for use by all vehicles in the convoy?
• How does terrain and weather analysis affect operations?
• Which items are considered hazardous/sensitive/classified cargo requiring appropriate packaging?
• Define 'assumptions' in the MDMP and why they matter.
• Who is the Convoy Commander and what do they do?
• Subordinate leaders should give a back brief to the commander at the conclusion of all convoy briefings.
• Which of the following is not one of the three types of Route Reconnaissance?
• Which staff sections are the primary source for gathering and developing necessary information?
• Which MDMP activity is used to understand the mission, the situation, and the problem to guide task identification and constraint recognition?
• What is the gunner's role and responsibility in a tactical convoy?
• What are gun trucks in a convoy typically?
• In SPOD Operations, which organization operates in the port staging area?
• Which role governs a secured pickup site for rotary wing aircraft?
• What is a MET?
• Which step in the Convoy Troop Leading Procedures comes directly after 'Make a Tentative Plan'?
• Which tasks prompt the Convoy Commander to alert the ACC for time-consuming tasks?
• Where is the SMCC located and who leads it?
• What is the difference between risk to mission and risk to force?
• Which activity is a Movement Control Function that involves tracking loads while in transit?
• Which statement best describes sustainment in warfighting functions?
• What does A/DACG stand for?
• In convoy operations, CC stands for which role?
• Which vehicles are typically in the Trail of a convoy?
• What are civil considerations in METT-TC and why do they matter?
• What does Mission Command aim to empower when properly executed?
• Where is the Assistant Convoy Commander typically located during convoy operations?
• What is the difference between a mission statement and a commander’s intent?
• Which system is used to generate convoy clearance numbers?
• In an OPORD, what does the Execution paragraph outline?
• Which sequence correctly lists the five steps of the Army risk management process?
• In the Army risk management process, what is the final step?
• Which item is NOT listed as a basic map-reading fundamental for field operations?
• Active Duty personnel are directed to which destination in the Unit Movement Plan?
• Which element is part of METT-TC?
• Which areas are included in the A/DACG responsibilities?
• In air movement planning, which category is typically moved by sea rather than by air?
• Which statement best describes the difference between a WARNORD and an OPORD?
• In the Time-Phased Force and Deployment Data timeline, which date represents the Latest arrival date?
• For the Active Component, how far in advance must convoy movement requests be submitted?
• How many packing lists are required if using military assets?
• The maximum cargo load data includes which information?
• In the TPFDD timeline, which item denotes the Required delivery date?
• What are the 3 organizational elements of a convoy?
• Task standards including METs and battle tasks are defined in which document?
• In a convoy, which positions are typically gun trucks?
• Water terminal locations include which facilities?
• In the Unit Movement Plan, which annex covers Air Transport?
• What is the last Troop Leading Procedure step?
• Why is Unity of Command important in planning?
• What are the responsibilities of Medics/CLS?
• Who is responsible for the logistical support of the convoy?
• OAKOC stands for?
• The strip map must include SP and RP. What do SP and RP stand for?
• Surface Transportation is used when...
• In the Unit Movement Plan, which annex covers Commercial Movement?
• Which statement best describes the Head of a convoy?
• Which statement correctly describes the relationship between the mission statement and the commander’s intent?
• What is the primary function of intelligence in military operations?
• Which of the following is one of the three proficiencies for platoon training?
• Which of the following is a warfighting function in the Army?
• How should vehicles be moved in relation to the Point of Embarkation (POE)?