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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.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is the point of aim?

The location where you aim. In an experienced shooter, it starts with the desired point of impact, and changed based on distance, wind speed, and other holds.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

Name all 10 PRT Prep Drill Exercises.

Bend and reach, Rear lunge, Rower, Squat-bender, Windmill, Forward lunge, Prone row, Bent-leg body twist, and Pushup.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What is suicide prevention?

Preventing normal life stressors from turning into life crises.

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.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What are the reenlistment and extension criteria for Soldiers who fail to meet standards?

Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible for re-enlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by the proper authority.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What is combined arms maneuver?

The application of combat power in time and space to defeat enemy ground forces.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What is the directive approach to counseling?

When the leader takes a clear, active role in guiding the counseling session.

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.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What is counseling?

Counseling is the process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate’s demonstrated performance and potential.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

How can EO contribute to mission success?

By ensuring a fair, respectful, and cohesive environment that enhances unit readiness and performance.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

How do you measure a straight-line distance between two points on a map using a graphic scale and a piece of paper?

Lay a straight-edged piece of paper on the map so that the edge touches both points and extends past them. Make a tick mark on the edge of the paper at each point. Move the paper to the graphic bar scale. Align the right tick mark with a printed number in the primary scale so that the left tick mark is in the extension scale. The primary scale gives the whole unit distance, and the extension scale gives smaller increments.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What is the primary objective of the ABCP?

To ensure all Soldiers achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all conditions

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.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What constitutes failure in the ABCP?

Failure includes less than satisfactory progress for two consecutive months, or three non consecutive months in a 6-month period, or failing to meet standards within 12 months of enrollment.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What is a Formal Complaint?

A complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken.

Army Community Service

Army Community Service

Promotion Board Question

Who is eligible to use ACS services?

Active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retirees, Family members, and DA Civilians.

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.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What does Title 10, U.S. Code (USC) establish?

It establishes the Army’s role to conduct prompt and sustained combat on land.

Drill & Ceremony

Drill & Ceremony

Promotion Board Question

What is an element?

An individual, squad, section, platoon, company, or larger unit forming part of a still larger unit.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

In your own words, what is landpower?

The ability—by threat, force, or occupation—to gain, sustain, and exploit control over land, resources, and people.

Military Justice

Military Justice

Promotion Board Question

What rights are provided under Article 31?

No person may compel any person to incriminate himself or to answer any question the answer to which may tend to incriminate him.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

How do you treat a laser burn?

Move casualty away from the laser, avoiding getting hit by it yourself. Dress the wound lightly with gauze, applying just enough pressure to avoid slipping.

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.

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.

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 Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

How does the ASAP support mission readiness?

Preventing substance abuse, restoring impaired Soldiers, and enabling the Army to maintain a strong, healthy, and deployable force.

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.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What steps should you take to evaluate a casualty under Tactical Field Care?

Send someone to find a medic/doctor, perform a visual sweep of the casualty as you approach, Determine level of responsiveness (alert, voice, pain, unresponsive), ask casualty what is wrong, check and treat MARCH (major bleeding, airway obstructions, respiratory problems, circulation, and hypothermia).

Sponsorship

Sponsorship

Promotion Board Question

How soon after DA Form 5434 is received should a sponsor be assigned?

Within 120 days of the Soldier’s report date or within 5 duty days if there is less than 120 days’ notice.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

What is NCODP?

The Noncommissioned Officer Development Program.

Mk 19

Mk 19

Promotion Board Question

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

Ammo is introduced, second round is held by the first set of pawls, first round is on the bolt face, bolt is locked to the rear, safety on fire.

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

How is the M2 cooled?

Through radiation, conduction, and convection.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What are the objectives of bio-chemical testing (also called a urinalysis)?

Deter substance abuse, facilitate early identification, monitor rehabilitation, and serve as a basis for administrative actions.

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.

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.

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.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is a laser boresight?

An eye-safe laser that is used to boresight optics, iron sights, and aiming lasers.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

How is sexual assault defined in AR 600-52?

Criminal intentional sexual contact by force, threats, intimidation, abuse of authority, or without consent. Includes offenses like rape and aggravated sexual contact under the UCMJ.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What must the Soldier be advised of during notification counseling?

The Soldier will be advised that enrollment in the ABCP is not a bar to reenlistment or promotion but that failure to make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could result in administrative separation.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

When must Soldiers wear ID tags?

In the field, overseas, in aircraft, or when told by their commander.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

Who are gatekeepers?

Individuals who have regular contact with Soldiers and are trained to identify at-risk behavior.

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.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is Alpha through Echo on Line 3 of the 9 Line, Number of patients by precedence?

Alpha – Urgent within 2 hours, Bravo - Urgent Surgical within 2 hours, Charlie Priority within 4 hours, Delta Routine within 24 hours, Echo convenience.

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.

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Promotion Board Question

What are some examples of primary gatekeepers?

Chaplains, Chaplain Assistants, Counselors, Family Advocacy Program Workers, Army Emergency Relief Workers, Emergency Room Medical Technicians, and Medical Health Professionals

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