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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 does the Army contribute to the United States?

A land force unequaled in skill, adaptability, professionalism, and power.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat chilblain?

Rewarm the affected area, and keep it warm and dry.

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.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the two kinds of non-improvised litters?

The polymer flexible litter, and the multi-hinged folding litter.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What does it mean to achieve?

Execute, adjust, and get results to accomplish tasks and missions on time and to standard.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

Who has authority to direct a body fat assessment regardless of screening weight?

Commanders and supervisors will take appropriate action to ensure that Soldiers maintain a proper military appearance at all times.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What is suicide prevention?

Preventing normal life stressors from turning into life crises.

Mk 19

Mk 19

Promotion Board Question

What does the applied safety do?

The safety prevents the sear from releasing the firing pin and blocks the weapon from firing when placed on safe.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What are the five H2F domains?

Physical readiness, mental readiness, nutritional readiness, sleep readiness, and spiritual readiness.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is joint interdependence?

The purposeful reliance by one Service on another Service’s capabilities to maximize the complementary and reinforcing effects of both.

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

What is the amber weapon safety status for the M2?

Ammunition in the feedway, t-slot empty, chamber empty, bolt forward, safety on.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

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

A personal set or institutional system of spiritual beliefs, practices, or moral codes that may or may not involve belief in a deity.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is "natural point of aim"?

The point where the barrel naturally orients when the shooter’s muscles are relaxed and support is achieved.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is the "Flash-to-Bang" method of measuring distance?

Measuring the distance of an explosion or lightning by counting how long it takes the sound, or bang, to reach you after seeing the flash.

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.

NCO Common Core Competencies

NCO Common Core Competencies

Promotion Board Question

What is the role of the Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA)?

Serves as the senior enlisted adviser and consultant to the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is the role of the SARC and VA?

They provide advocacy, help victims access services, explain reporting options, and support victims throughout the process.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What is the retention period for ABCP documents in iPERMS?

DA Form 268 and DA Forms 5500 or 5501 will be uploaded to iPERMS and maintained for 36 months from date of upload or until separation.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What documents are required in the ABCP file?

The ABCP file must include copies of DA Forms 268, counseling forms, DA Forms 5500 or 5501, the Soldier Action Plan, nutrition counseling documentation, and monthly progress records.

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.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the treatment for shock?

1. Position the casualty on their back 2. Elevate the legs 3. Loosen clothing at neck or waist 4. Climatize 5. Reassure 6. Notify medical personnel

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What are stability operations?

Military missions, tasks, and activities conducted outside the United States to establish or maintain a secure environment.

M240

M240

Promotion Board Question

Describe the Red safety status for the M240B.

Ammunition is loaded on the feed tray, the bolt is open and locked to the rear, and the fire/safe selector switch is on safe.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is bearing?

Projecting a commanding presence, a professional image of authority, calmness under pressure, and control over emotions.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What is the policy on temporary medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss?

If a temporary medical condition exists that directly causes weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the Soldier must obtain documentation from a healthcare provider, and the commander may suspend ABCP enrollment.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is retaliation?

Acts like ostracism or reprisal against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment, assisting an investigation, or intervening. This can include with holding privileges such as events, schools, positions, awards, or incentives as well as issuing punishments.

Pistols

Pistols

Promotion Board Question

What is the textbook description of the M9?

The M9 Service pistol is a semi automatic, magazine-fed, recoil-operated, double and single-action weapon that is chambered for the 9- by 19-mm (millimeter) NATO cartridge.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What are the five NCOES courses?

Basic Leaders Course, Advanced Leaders Course, Senior Leaders Course, Master Leaders Course, and Sergeants Major Course.

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.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What happens if a Soldier exceeds standards 12–36 months after release from the ABCP?

A DA Form 268 will be initiated and the Soldier will be re-enrolled in the ABCP and given 90 days to meet the standards.

MATVs

MATVs

Promotion Board Question

What is a Class 3 leak?

A fast leak that causes drops that fall.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What is retaliation?

Adverse actions taken or positive actions withheld from a Soldier for reporting discrimination or harassment.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What topics should be included in suicide prevention training?

ACE, the importance of BH, stress reduction, life-coping skills, alcohol and/or drug abuse avoidance, financial responsibility, conflict management, and marriage and Family-life skills.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is target prioritization?

Determining which threats are the most dangerous and who you should shoot first.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What should your first step be when encountering resistance from those you lead?

Ensure you understand the nature of the relationship and reasons for opposition or non-compliance.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What does METT-C stand for?

Mission, enemy, terrain, troops, time, and civil considerations.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the 9 ways to influence someone?

Pressure. Legitimating. Exchange. Personal appeals. Collaboration. Rational persuasion. Apprising. Inspirational appeals. Participation.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is the difference between a switch (aka circuitry) shot and a timer (aka hydraulic) shot?

A switch shot immediately incapacitates a target, and a timer shot hits the target in a way that they will incapacitate slowly. Does the target "switch off" or do they lose "hydraulic" blood pressure, meaning they can still fight until they expire.

Army Community Service

Army Community Service

Promotion Board Question

What is the mission of ACS?

ACS facilitates the commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support readiness of Soldiers, Civilians, and Families.

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.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is meant by the Army to be "flexible"?

It can tailor and deploy forces to meet a wide range of missions.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

Are Commanders required to provide feedback of Command Climate Surveys to subordinates?

Yes, Commanders are required to provide timely feedback to subordinates with 30 days of conducting the Command Climate Survey

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat hypothermia?

Bring casualty to a warm environment, replace wet clothing with dry, warm clothing, cover casualty with insulating material or blankets, wrap casualty from head to toe, avoid unnecessary movement from the casualty, if the casualty is aware, give them high calorie and warm fluids, seek medical aid, and evacuate casualty (keeping them lying down if possible).

Army Retention

Army Retention

Promotion Board Question

Can a Soldier request separation if a bar is imposed?

Yes, a Soldier may request separation if barred from continued service.

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.

Operations

Operations

Promotion Board Question

What are the eight operational variables?

Political, economic, military, social, psychological, information, infrastructure, time.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is a CASEVAC?

Casualty Evacuation in Non-Medical Vehicle or Aircraft.

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