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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 Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

Why is NCO enforcement of ASAP standards critical to unit readiness and trust?

NCO enforcement ensures accountability, protects Soldier welfare, maintains unit discipline, and reinforces the Army’s zero-tolerance policy.

Mk 19

Mk 19

Promotion Board Question

What is the muzzle velocity of MK 19 ammunition?

About 241 meters per second for common 40-mm high-velocity rounds (for example target practice and several service rounds).

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is self aid?

Emergency treatment applied to one’s self

Army Emergency Relief

Army Emergency Relief

Promotion Board Question

How is AER funded?

Through voluntary contributions, unsolicited contributions, loan repayments, and income from investments.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the difference between a casualty and a patient?

Casualties are considered casualties while being treated by non-medical soldiers, casualties are considered patients after being handed off to medics and or doctors.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What are the five phases of rifle marksmanship training/basic rifle marksmanship (BRM)?

1. Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction (PMI). 2. Downrange feedback range firing. 3. Field firing. 4. Advanced Rifle Marksmanship (ARM). 5. Advanced optics, lasers, and iron sights. Use the mnemonic PDFAA

Army Emergency Relief

Army Emergency Relief

Promotion Board Question

What is the purpose of the AER program?

To provide emergency financial assistance to Soldiers and their Families in time of distress.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

What is double interval?

Double interval is measured by extending both arms to the sides at shoulder level.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the cradle drop drag?

While the casualty is on their back, wrap your arms under their armpits and over their chest, and you walk backwards to drag the casualty.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

What are the 5 situations where it's not okay to wear the Army uniform?

When it supports a political cause, is used for business, at protests, hate group events, or if it makes the Army look bad.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

Who maintains the ABCP file for each enrolled Soldier?

Unit commanders will maintain an ABCP file at the unit on each Soldier enrolled in the program.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of operational art?

The cognitive approach by commanders and staffs to develop strategies, campaigns, and operations to organize and employ military forces.

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.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

Define cadence.

Cadence is the uniform rhythm in which a movement is executed.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is VO2 Max?

The highest amount of OXYGEN that can be used during MAXIMAL AEROBIC effort. VOLUME of OXYGEN consumed per kg of bodyweight per minute.

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 2 leak?

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

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook definition of leadership?

Leadership is influencing others by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to complete the mission and improve the organization.

Army Community Service

Army Community Service

Promotion Board Question

How is ACS staffed?

ACS is staffed primarily by Department of the Army Civilians and augmented by volunteers.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

How does the ABCP address pregnancy?

Personnel who meet this regulation’s standards and become pregnant will be exempt from the standards for the duration of the pregnancy plus the period of 180 days after the pregnancy ends.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is meant by the Army’s role to win?

Winning is the achievement of the purpose of an operation and the fulfillment of its objectives.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is immediate action?

Simple and rapid action taken to clear a stoppage without diagnosing what caused it.

Code of Conduct & SERE

Code of Conduct & SERE

Promotion Board Question

What is a "retained status"?

A status applied to troops who must be allowed to care for their troops, even if captured. Typically reserved for medics and chaplains.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is a "Deliberate Offset" and what is it used for?

Shooting an azimuth a little too far to the left or right. Used when the target is close to a linear feature, and you want to hit that linear feature an know with certainty that the target is to your left or right.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What are DA Forms 5500 and 5501 used for?

DA Form 5500 is used for male Soldiers and DA Form 5501 is used for female Soldiers to document body fat assessments.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What are offensive operations?

Operations to defeat or destroy enemy forces and gain control of terrain, resources, and population centers.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

Who must Leaders counsel for Promotion IAW with Army Regulations?

For all specialists, corporals, and sergeants who are eligible for advancement without waivers In accordance with AR 600-8-19.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What are high-risk indicators that leaders should watch for?

High-risk indicators include changes in behavior, poor duty performance, legal issues, frequent absences, mood swings, financial trouble, and signs of intoxication.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

When should you use the Hang carry position?

When the soldier needs to use their hands for other activities and no threat is present.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is the "Front Sight Post Method" of determining distance?

If a human appears wider than the front sight post, they are closer than 300 meters. If they are smaller than the front sight post, they are farther away than 300 meters.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What happens if a Soldier fails to meet body fat standards?

Soldiers who fail body composition standards are handled per Army policy, which may include body composition screening, corrective measures, and potential removal from training if standards are not met.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is meant by the Army’s role to shape?

Shaping operational environments allows combatant commanders to reassure partners and deter aggression while establishing conditions that support the potential employment of joint forces.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What are the levels of command and the rank that generally commands them?

Squad - Staff Sergeant; Platoon - Lieutenant; Company - Captain; Battalion - Lieutenant Colonel; Brigade - Colonel; Division - Major General; Corps - Lieutenant General; Army - General.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the eight steps for evaluating a casualty?

Responsiveness, Breathing, Pulse, Bleeding, Shock, Fractures, Burns, and Head injury.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Intellect?

The knowledge the leader possesses and their ability to apply it.

Army History

Army History

Promotion Board Question

What did “The Army Regulations of 1821” cover?

Military etiquette like the hand salute, tactical procedures for marches, and even the basics of camp life such as cooking for the company.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat dry chemical burns?

Brush the chemical off with a clean, dry cloth. Do not apply water, but if you are near a large body of water, submerge the burned area. Dress the wound lightly with gauze, applying just enough pressure to avoid slipping.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

Are Soldiers allowed to request Early Release or Early Graduation from NCOES?

Requests for early release or early graduation are governed by proponent and school policies and are considered on a case-by-case basis if allowed by the course proponent.

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.

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