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Here is a collection of all of the army board questions from the board questions podcast. We recommend studying individual topics found on your MOI, but we've provided a complete list here for those that prefer to study that way.

Code of Conduct & SERE

Code of Conduct & SERE

Promotion Board Question

What is the purpose of the Code of Conduct?

To help troops understand what is expected of them if they want to return home honorably.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is Map Orientation?

Aligning north on the map to north on the ground by rotating the map. The first step to land navigation.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

When does enrollment in the ABCP start?

Enrollment starts on the day the Soldier is notified by the unit commander.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is Spiritual Readiness?

The ability to maintain one’s core beliefs, values, and sense of purpose, especially in the face of adversity or moral challenges.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

Why is map reading a critical Soldering skill?

It supports the Soldier’s ability to move, shoot, and communicate effectively in all environments.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is a cook off?

When the barrel is hot enough to cause a round to ignite on it's own.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Can a restricted report be changed to unrestricted?

Yes, at the request of the victim. Once converted, it cannot revert back.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is the difference between formal leadership and informal leadership?

Formal leadership authority is granted to individuals by virtue of assignment to positions of responsibility. Informal leadership is not exercised based on rank or position in the organization. It stems from personal initiative, special knowledge, unique experiences, or technical expertise specific to an individual or team.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What should a leader do if a Soldier smells of alcohol at morning formation?

The leader should remove the Soldier from duty, notify the chain of command, and refer them for evaluation if needed.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of a map?

A graphic representation of a portion of the earth’s surface drawn to scale, as seen from above.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What are the 2 purposes of the LMTS and EST 2000?

To group and zero faster, and give additional training and familiarization with the weapon.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

What is grazing fire?

When the center of the cone of fire does not rise above one meter .

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What is the purpose of the Army Suicide Prevention Program?

To minimize suicidal behavior by reducing risk and strengthening the Army community.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want to keep it restricted?

SARCs, Victim Advocates, Healthcare Providers, Champlain, and friends and family as long as friends and family don't tell chain of command or law enforcement.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Stewardship of the profession?

Stewardship is the responsibility of Soldiers and Army civilians to strengthen the Army as a profession.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

Who are the Soldiers exempt from the requirements of AR 600-9?

Soldiers with major limb loss, on continued active duty or Reserve status, pregnant or postpartum, hospitalized for 30 or more days, or within 6 months of entry to active service.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

Explain the ends, ways, means concept of leader development.

Ends are the desired leader outcomes; ways are how the Army achieves them; means are the resources of will, time, people, and funding.

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

Where are the controls for the HVAC?

On the dash in between the driver and passenger.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is operational adaptability and what does it require?

Operational adaptability is the ability to respond effectively to changing conditions and it requires versatile and flexible forces.

Pistols

Pistols

Promotion Board Question

What is the Cycle of Function for the M9?

Feeding, Chambering, Locking, Firing, Unlocking, Extracting, Ejecting, Cocking.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

What are racist tattoos?

Tattoos that put down someone because of their race or background.

Army Retention

Army Retention

Promotion Board Question

Who may lift a bar to continued service?

The first general officer in the chain of command or The General Court-Martial Convening Authority.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the neck drag?

Bear crawl as the casualty clasps their hands (or your tie their hands if unconscious) around the back of your neck.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What are some examples of institutional training contributions for Soldiers throughout their careers?

Resident PME, functional courses, advanced civil schooling, fellowships, and credentialing opportunities.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What are the 5 textbook descriptions of the M4?

The m4 is a 5.56 millimeter, magazine fed, shoulder fired, gas operated, air cooled carbine.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What does it mean to have adaptive and innovative leaders?

They are comfortable with complexity and capable of operating from the tactical to the strategic level.

NCO Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What is a coercive leadership style?

Demands immediate compliance and can be described by the phrase, Do what I tell you.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

What is a formation?

The arrangement of elements of a unit in a prescribed manner.

Army Retention

Army Retention

Promotion Board Question

What is SRB and what is the minimum reenlistment length to qualify?

The Selective Retention Bonus, with at least a three-year reenlistment required.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What is suicide prevention?

Preventing normal life stressors from turning into life crises.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the 5 Characteristics of the Army Profession?

Trust. Honorable service. Military expertise. Stewardship. and Esprit de corps.

Humvees

Humvees

Promotion Board Question

How can you tell a Humvee tire is worn out?

The wear-bar found in the tread of the tire. If the tread of the tire is worn down to the bar, the tire will no longer function as intended.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat a head injury?

Stabilize the head, assess casualty's level of consciousness, determine if head injury is superficial or traumatic. If superficial, apply dressing and observe for abnormal behavior. If traumatic, maintain airway using the jaw thrust, dress head wounds, control bleeding, treat for shock, and seek medical aid. Continue to monitor for abnormal speech or behavior, seizures, or impaired motor function. Evacuate the casualty as safely as possible.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What is a "unit sweep" and when is it authorized?

A unit sweep is a type of inspection testing where all or part of a unit is tested for illegal drug use, and it must be ordered by the commander.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is reconditioning?

Restoring Soldiers’ physical fitness levels that enable them to safely progress to their previous level of physical conditioning.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

How does arctic terrain affect navigation?

Snow and ice can obscure features; magnetic compasses may be unreliable

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

What is close interval?

Close interval is the lateral space between Soldiers, measured from right to left by the Soldier on the right placing their left hand on their hip.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are erratic behaviors?

Behaviors related to poor self-control or volatility that drive the leader to act erratically or unpredictably.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the difference between the main effort and the supporting effort?

The main effort is a designated subordinate unit whose mission at a given point in time is most critical to overall mission success. The supporting effort is a unit with missions that assist and enable the main effort.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What are the five methods of identifying substance abusers?

The five methods are self-identification, command identification, biochemical testing, medical identification, and investigation or apprehension.

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 2 leak?

A medium leak that causes drops to form, but don't fall.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What does the acronym OCOKA stand for?

Observation and Fields of Fire, Cover and Concealment, Obstacles, Key Terrain, and Avenues of Approach.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

Why do leaders check Soldiers' uniforms during inspections?

To make sure Soldiers have what they need, wear only approved items, and buy from approved sources.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is Composite Risk Management in land nav?

A decision-making process to identify and mitigate hazards during training.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What steps do you take to open the airway using the head-tilt/chin-lift method?

Kneel near the casualties shoulders, place one hand on the casualties forehead and push backwards, and place the other hand on the casualty's lower jaw and lift, keeping the mouth open

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the five requirements and expectations of “lead”?

Leads others, Extends influence beyond the chain of command, Builds trust, Leads by example, and Communicates.

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