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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.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What does it mean to lead?

Provide purpose, direction, and motivation; build trust; provide an example; and communicate.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What is NCODP?

The Noncommissioned Officer Development Program.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What will a successful NCODP prepare NCOs to perform?

Effective small-unit leadership, training of Soldiers, and accomplishment of unit missions.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

How long does a Soldier have to meet with a dietitian or health care provider?

The Soldier has 30 days after enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian or health care provider.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship

Promotion Board Question

What is a reactionary sponsor?

A sponsor assigned after a Soldier arrives due to short notice or unprogrammed arrival.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What is leader development?

A deliberate, continuous, and progressive process that grows Soldiers into competent, committed, professional leaders of character.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is the Safe to Report policy?

Protects victims from punishment for minor misconduct (like underage drinking) revealed during an assault report.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What rights do SHARP victims have?

To be treated with dignity, receive medical care, confidentiality, be informed of case progress, and request transfers or protective orders.

Pistols

Pistols

Promotion Board Question

How do you ensure you have a proper sight picture?

The dots on the rear and front sight posts are aligned in a straight line.

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

What does the CTIS do in the MATV?

Increases and decreases the air pressure in the tires for different terrains.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

On what foot is the command Mark Time, MARCH given?

The command is given as the same foot that started the movement strikes the marching surface.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

What is traversing fire?

Shifting fire left and right across a target.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

What is enfilade fire?

Fire directed along the longest axis of a target .

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

When should you use the High Ready carry position?

When contact with threats is likely and you must avoid flagging friendlies, or the threat is overhead.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What are the five techniques of dealing with Sexual Harassment?

Direct approach, Indirect approach, Third party, Chain of command, and Filing a formal complaint.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What are some reasons Soldiers may be removed from NCOES?

Misconduct, failure to meet course standards or prerequisites, medical or physical disqualification, or administrative actions.

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 Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What is Communication?

Ensuring soldiers have the info needed to best accomplish the mission.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you apply direct pressure to control bleeding?

Expose the wound, apply sterile gauze or dressing, pack the gauze or dressing into the wound (if the wound is gaping), and apply pressure on the wound.

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 grouping?

Firing tight shot groups and placing those groups in the same location. Required before making accurate zeroing adjustments.

Enlisted Promotions & Reductions

Enlisted Promotions & Reductions

Promotion Board Question

Why does the Army have a secondary zone?

It serves as an incentive for Soldiers who strive for excellence and show marked potential .

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 2 leak?

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

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What areas and equipment does an SPRC's outdoor training area include?

Obstacle Course, ACFT Testing Lanes/Track, Terrain Running Course, Sheltered Strength Training Racks, Containerized Strength Equipment, PT Fields, and Climbing Pods.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What are the five qualities of an effective counselor?

Respect for subordinates, Self-Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Empathy, Credibility.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is mission command?

Mission command is the exercise of authority and direction by the commander using mission orders to enable disciplined initiative within the commander's intent to empower agile and adaptive leaders in the conduct of unified land operations.

Humvees

Humvees

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 2 leak?

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

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is Sleep Readiness?

The capacity to obtain adequate, quality sleep to restore brain function, enhance decision-making, and support overall health and performance.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Sex?

A person's biological classification as male or female, including how individuals identify and express their gender.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

When should you apply a pressure dressing to control bleeding?

If direct pressure is insufficient to control the bleeding, but the bleeding is not spurting.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the main effort?

A designated subordinate unit whose mission at a given point in time is most critical to overall mission success.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Can DA Civilians use SHARP services?

Yes, they may file a report and receive advocacy but not expedited transfers or legal services unless otherwise authorized.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What are the 6 protected categories?

Race, Color, Sex (including gender identity), National Origin, Religion, and Sexual Orientation.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is maximum ordinate?

The maximum height the projectile will travel above the line of sight on its path to the point of impact.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

Can a Toxic Leader still achieve results?

They can, but these results are often short-term and do not lead to deep and lasting changes in the soldier.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What is included in professional growth counseling?

Planning for the accomplishment of individual and professional goals.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of Army Doctrine?

Army doctrine is a body of professional knowledge that guides how Soldiers think about, prepare for, and conduct operations.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship

Promotion Board Question

What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?

Sponsors should be equal or higher in grade, the same sex and marital status when possible, and familiar with the unit and community.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is a litter carry?

A carry with the casualty strapped to a litter, carried by 2 or 4 soldiers.

NCO Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What is Operations?

Mission command is the Army’s approach to command and control that empowers subordinate decision-making and decentralized execution appropriate to the situation.

NCO Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What are Specified duties?

Those related to jobs and positions, mainly military occupational specialty related duties.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What are the Three Land Navigation Methods?

Dead Reckoning, Moving by Terrain Association, and Combination of Techniques.

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