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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.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is meant by the Army having “depth”?

It has the capacity to sustain operations over time and absorb losses.

Army Retention

Army Retention

Promotion Board Question

What are the five steps to qualify a Soldier for reenlistment?

Qualification for discharge, qualification for reenlistment, qualification for waivers if needed, determination of reenlistment periods, and determination of reenlistment options.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

How does the Army define “deglamorization of alcohol”?

Eliminating the perception that alcohol is necessary for social, ritual, or celebratory events.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the three phases of TCCC?

1. Care under fire 2. Tactical field care 3. Combat casualty evacuation care

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

What is a cone of fire?

The group of trajectories of rounds fired in a burst.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the five requirements of intellect?

Mental agility, sound judgement, innovation, interpersonal tact, and expertise.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

When can Soldiers wear store-bought helmets with uniform?

Only while riding bikes or motorcycles. They must switch to Army headgear when done.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is a graphic bar scale, and what is it used for?

A graphic scale is a ruler printed on the map that is used to convert distances on the map to actual ground distances.

Customs & Courtesies

Customs & Courtesies

Promotion Board Question

What are six instances where saluting is not required between subordinates and superiors?

In civilian attire, Engaged in routine work if the salute would interfere, Carrying articles with both hands so occupied as to make saluting impractical, Working as a member of a detail or engaged in sports or social functions where saluting would present a safety hazard, In public places such as theaters, churches, and in public conveyances, In the ranks of a formation.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are some ways that an individual soldier reflects Esprit de Corp?

Shared understanding of their professional identity, reasons why they serve, and ways they serve the American people. Motivation, discipline, striving for excellence, and good morale.  A sense of accomplishment: “Duty Well-Performed!” Pride in honorable service defending the American people. Belonging to a cause greater than oneself: love of country, the Army Family, and preserving the peace. Living by the Army ethic.

Humvees

Humvees

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 2 leak?

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

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What must Army leaders understand about effective counseling?

Army leaders must understand that effective counseling helps achieve desired goals and effects, manages expectations, and improves the organization.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What are the 7 Army Values?

Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of an operation?

A sequence of tactical actions with a common purpose or unifying theme.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is a map's legend?

A section of the map that explains the symbols on the map.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What challenges exist in desert navigation?

Sparse features, heat mirages, and sand obscuring paths.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

Who may grant exceptions to policy for AR 600-9?

The Deputy Chief of Staff, G–1 is the approval authority for exceptions to this regulation.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is cultural/geopolitical knowledge?

Knowledge about the areas in which they expect to accomplish the mission.

Training (Units & Developing Leaders)

Training (Units & Developing Leaders)

Promotion Board Question

What are some of the Army principles of unit training? There are 11.

Leaders are responsible for training, NCOs train individuals and small teams, train to standard, train as you fight, train while operating, train fundamentals first, train to develop adaptability, understand the operational environment, train to sustain, and train to maintain.

Mk 19

Mk 19

Promotion Board Question

What is the green weapon safety status for the MK 19?

No ammo, chamber pawls and bolt face are clear, bolt is forward, safety on safe.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

What is oblique fire?

Delivered diagonally across the front of a target .

Mk 19

Mk 19

Promotion Board Question

What is the weight of the MK 19?

77.6 pounds without the feed throat; 78.0 pounds with the feed throat.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is a pace count, and how does a Soldier determine their pace count for land navigation?

A pace is equal to one natural step. The average step about 30 inches long, but every soldier's step naturally varies, so it is imperative you find your own pace count. To use pace count accurately, a Soldier knows how many paces it takes to walk 100 m. To determine this, walk an accurately measured course (like 100 m or 600 m) and count the number of paces. If using a 600 m course, divide the total paces by 6 to find the average paces per 100 m. Each person who navigates dismounted should know their own pace count.

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.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Esprit de Corp?

Esprit de corps denotes the Army’s winning spirit—a collective ethos of camaraderie, mutual trust, and cohesive teamwork.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What must Soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?

The Soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S. Army Public Health Command (USAPHC) Technical Guide (TG) 358.

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.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What are the requirements for Soldiers hospitalized for 30 days or more?

Soldiers hospitalized for 30 continuous days or more will be exempt from the requirements of this regulation for the duration of the hospitalization and the recovery period as defined by their profile.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

What are the eight steps in the cycle of function for the M240B?

Feeding, chambering, locking, firing, unlocking, extracting, ejecting, cocking.

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.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is a CASEVAC?

Casualty Evacuation in Non-Medical Vehicle or Aircraft.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

How do leaders decide if a hairstyle is okay?

By checking AR 670-1 and making sure the Soldier can wear all headgear and protective gear properly.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What are some examples of adverse actions in retaliation?

Ostracism (excluding someone from social acceptance or interaction), Maltreatment, Career-related impacts (such as unfair evaluations, administrative separations, or assignments), or Any other adverse action linked to the Soldier’s involvement in the complaint process.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is a major operation?

A military action, consisting of two or more related tactical actions, designed to achieve a strategic objective, in whole or in part.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are self-serving behaviors?

Behaviors that result from self-centered motivations on the part of the leader, where they act in ways that seek primarily to accomplish their own goals and needs before those of others.

Army Emergency Relief

Army Emergency Relief

Promotion Board Question

Can AER assist Soldiers of other Services?

Yes, when aid facilities of the Soldier's own Service are not readily available.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

What is a formation?

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

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat frostbite?

Rewarm area using body heat, loosen constricting clothing and jewelry, move casualty to shelter, protect area from further cold, once tissue is thawed do not freeze it again. Avoid direct contact with excessive heat, such as open flame or stovetops. Do not rub affected tissue.

NCO Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What is Program Management?

Assisting officer counterparts in managing Army programs that help Soldiers and Families.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

How can you increase your rapport with your soldiers?

Having genuine interest in their well-being, offering praise for a job well done, and taking time to understand their position on an issue.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of a tactical action?

The execution of a tactical task, assigned to a unit, using available means.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What does DA PAM 600-25 cover?

It is the U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Guide

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What should you do if you squeeze the trigger, hear a audible click, but the round doesn't fire?

Immediate action to clear the round from the weapon. Rack the charging handle, tap the forward assist, and reassess by squeezing the trigger.

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

What are the main differences between the M2 and M2A1?

The M2A1 has fixed headspace and timing, a flash suppressor, and a quick-change barrel.

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