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  • Which signal is produced by raising the arm vertically with fingers extended and waving in large circles?
  • During Back Crawl, how should the weapon be oriented?
  • In DRAW-D, which action is represented by the 'W'?
  • Map Colors: Red Brown indicates which feature?
  • Which formation has two fire teams forward and one centered trailing behind, and can be used when crossing large open areas?
  • In the Five Paragraph Order, BAMCIS, what is the second step?
  • On older maps, the color brown is used to indicate which feature?
  • How many litters are used within the FMF?
  • In administration and logistics, which phrase represents the 4 Bs?
  • From a machine gun, what distance should be kept?
  • Which statement about Squad Column is true?
  • Which formation is used to protect an exposed flank, particularly when the enemy is known to be on that side?
  • The 50-ohm impedance is associated with which feature?
  • Fire Team Column consists of a rifleman, fire team leader, automatic rifleman, and assistant automatic rifleman. Which is a true statement about this formation?
  • Magnetic north is the direction that the compass needle points in which hemisphere?
  • What does the 6-pin audio/key fill connector provide a connection for?
  • What gesture signals a Hasty ambush?
  • What is True North?
  • The VHF Blade Antenna is used with FLEX ADAPTER for operation from 30 MHz to what maximum frequency?
  • Which map term refers to a group of similar maps at the same scale designed to cover a particular area?
  • In the Low Crawl, what is the typical posture?
  • Which of the following is a valid position on the Functions knob?
  • Which gesture indicates 'Freeze'?
  • Which terrain feature is a low point between higher terrain, which can serve as a pass?
  • Nomenclature of compass comprises which parts?
  • When orienting a map with a compass, you should pay attention to which diagram?
  • Which terrain feature is a vertical or near vertical rock exposure?
  • Which action places the radio in offline mode?
  • How do you read a military map?
  • Which set of words expands the acronym RACES?
  • What does OVER indicate in radio communications?
  • The M997 ambulance is capable of carrying how many litter patients and ambulatory patients?
  • Which terrain feature is a stream course that is less developed than a valley and has no level ground?
  • The 'Forward' signal is described by which movement?
  • The 'Leaders Join Me' signal involves which finger movement?
  • Which statement best differentiates a Rally Point from an Objective Rally Point?
  • Where is the scale typically located on the map?
  • The MK 23 7 Ton helicopter has a casualty evacuation capacity of:
  • Which method is used to measure distances longer than the measuring paper?
  • What does pace count refer to?
  • Convex slope is described as what pattern of contour spacing from bottom to top?
  • Concave slope is characterized by which pattern from bottom to top?
  • Which terrain feature is a narrow high ground that extends between two valleys and may form a spine?
  • Which signal uses a 45-degree side extension with the palm down to indicate dismount or take cover?
  • Which connector is used for data devices?
  • Which of the following represents common forms of evacuation?
  • From a steel helmet or rifle, what distance should be kept?
  • Which signal involves the arm extended forward with the palm down, and a wrist wave up and down?
  • What terrain feature is a point or small area of high ground that typically appears as a closed loop on a map?
  • Which terrain feature results from filling a low area to create a level surface?
  • Most common instrument for measuring direction is which of the following?
  • What does the signal 'Close up/open up or extend' look like?
  • Which signal requires extending one arm overhead and waving hand and arm front, left, right, rear?
  • Which leadership principle focuses on training your Marines as a team?
  • Which is a disadvantage of Fire Team Skirmishers?
  • Which item is not described as a map element in the material?
  • Which statement best describes curved line distance?
  • What is the length of the VHF Blade Antenna?
  • Map Colors: Blue represents which feature?
  • Which gesture includes raising both arms and shrugging to indicate confusion?
  • Which signal corresponds to the wedge position with arms extended downward and to the side at 45 below horizontal, palms front?
  • Contour lines that resemble dashes indicating small elevation changes are termed?
  • Which statement about Fire Team Wedge is true?
  • Fire Team Wedge arrangement is described as a diamond shape with the rifleman leading, followed by the automatic rifleman to his right, the fire team leader parallel to the automatic rifleman, and the automatic rifleman behind the rifleman. Which statement best describes this formation?
  • In SALUTE, which component asks for the equipment?
  • Level One care includes self aid, buddy aid, corpsman aid, and care at BAS. This describes which level of care?
  • The CH-47 Chinook casualty capacity is described as:
  • Which signal means Change direction?
  • Which leadership principle requires employing your command in accordance with its capabilities?
  • Which gesture indicates a Danger area?
  • A steep slope is indicated on a map by which contour line pattern?
  • Describe the Squad Column and its advantages and vulnerabilities.
  • Which action signifies Pace count?
  • Area Reconnaissance is best described as what?
  • Which formation facilitates movement into the squad line?
  • Which level of care provides theater hospitalization with medical/surgical care?
  • Contour lines that are heavier and begin at zero elevation are known as?
  • How is a 4-digit map read?
  • Which facility is an example of Level Three theater hospitalization care?
  • Which terrain feature is formed when material is added to raise a low area to a level surface?
  • The Antenna connector provides which port?
  • Which terrain feature is a stretch of low land between mountains or hills?
  • Which statement reflects the first leadership principle?
  • Which signal uses both arms raised to horizontal with palms down and uses head movement to indicate direction?
  • Which of the following best defines True North in map reading?
  • Which contour type lies between the index contours and is not labeled with elevation?
  • Which contour lines resemble dashes and indicate small elevation changes?
  • What does the map scale represent?
  • The 'Disregard Previous Command' gesture is performed by which movement?
  • The MV-22 Osprey has a casualty evacuation capacity of:
  • Which feature would you infer from contour lines that are drawn as dashed lines?
  • What is straight line distance used for?
  • Which leadership principle emphasizes keeping your Marines informed?
  • The AN/PRC-152 operates within which frequency range using AM and FM?
  • Which items are considered pyrotechnics for signaling?
  • What gesture signals an Objective Rally Point?
  • Which contour type is heavier and used as the primary elevation reference on older maps?
  • What is a fragmentation order used for?
  • What is a characteristic of the M18 Smoke grenade?
  • Fire Team Echelon provides which advantages and disadvantages?
  • SMEAC stands for which five sections?
  • What signal indicates Assemble?
  • The M1035 ambulance can transport how many litter and ambulatory patients?
  • Which action describes the signal to decrease speed?
  • Level Four definitive care occurs at which facilities?
  • Route Reconnaissance is primarily concerned with information along lines of communication to provide information on route conditions and activities, including roads, railways, or waterways. Which statement best describes Route Reconnaissance?
  • Which band range corresponds to VHF Low on the AN/PRC-152?
  • On maps, the color red is typically used to indicate which feature?
  • Which signal is associated with a platoon-level movement by extending both arms forward and circling them?
  • Which terrain feature is a short, continuous sloping line of higher ground that may extend from a main crest?
  • Magnetic azimuth is defined as which angle?
  • Which SMEAC section covers command and signals?
  • Which terrain feature results from cutting through raised ground to form a level bed for transportation infrastructure?
  • Which terrain feature is a low point in the ground or a sinkhole?
  • Map Colors: Green indicates which feature?
  • Which litter is most commonly used within the FMF?
  • What is the signal for Enemy in sight?
  • Which statement correctly characterizes the AN/PRC-152's overall frequency coverage?
  • Which statement best describes a drawback of using a whistle as a signal?
  • Which signal forms a V by extending both arms above the head at 45 degrees?
  • What does SINCGARS stand for?
  • Which gesture is used to indicate assembling troops?
  • Definitive care occurs at which facilities?
  • Which SMEAC paragraph covers the plan to execute?
  • Which is a pro of using a whistle as a special signal?
  • Which signal requires moving the finger front to back toward the leaders?
  • What is the maximum frequency supported by the VHF/UHF/HB handheld antenna?
  • Which signal indicates forming a column in a marching formation?
  • What does the acronym RACES stand for?
  • What is the purpose of the bar scales on a map?
  • Turning the Cipher switch to PT places the radio in which mode?
  • Which formation provides all-around security?
  • Which of the following is an example of Level Two care facilities?
  • Which gesture requires thrusting the hand upward with the palm facing forward and holding until understood?
  • Which leadership principle calls for making sound and timely decisions?
  • Contour lines that fall between index lines and are the next solid line after the index are called?
  • The UH-1 Huey has a casualty evacuation capacity of:
  • Which terrain feature is a dip or low point between two areas of higher ground?
  • Which terrain feature is formed when material is removed to create a level surface for construction?
  • Which terrain feature is a short, continuous sloping line of higher ground?
  • When turning on the Receiver Transmitter (RT) of SINCGARS, what is the next step after setting the mode switch to SC?
  • Without a litter modification kit, a UH-60 Blackhawk can carry how many ambulatory patients?
  • Where is the Contour Interval Note typically found and what does it state?
  • Which signaling action corresponds to the command Right/Left flank?
  • Which description matches the signal to commence firing?
  • What gesture signals Double time?
  • Which patrol element is responsible for leading reconnaissance operations?
  • What is the function of the Squelch Button?
  • Which are elements of Reconnaissance Patrols?
  • Which feature distinguishes the Objective Rally Point gesture from the standard Rally Point gesture?
  • Which crawl requires cover and concealment to be available and keeps the body off the ground?
  • Map Colors: Black represents which feature?
  • Which conditions affect pace count?
  • Which methods are used for holding a compass?
  • A Warning Order typically uses which three elements as its information format?
  • Placing the cipher switch to LD makes the radio in which state?
  • What is the primary concept of a Team Rush?
  • What are the three ways to negotiate wires?
  • M18 Smoke grenade filler colors include which of the following?
  • How is an 8-digit map read?
  • What signal indicates Cease Fire?
  • Pace count is defined as the number of paces to walk how far?
  • Which signal uses both arms extended horizontally to the sides with palms down, with head movements to indicate direction?
  • What gesture signals a Rally Point?
  • Level One care refers to which of the following?
  • Which statement best describes the progression of care levels from Level One to Level Four?
  • Which signal involves extending one arm at 45 degrees up and the other at 45 degrees down, with palms facing forward?
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the methods of concealment/camouflage?
  • Which action constitutes the Cease Fire signal?
  • Zone Reconnaissance focuses on obtaining detailed information about routes, obstacles, terrain, and enemy forces within a defined area. Which statement best describes Zone Reconnaissance?
  • Which of the following are organization elements of a patrol?
  • What does the Adjoining Sheets Diagram illustrate on a map?
  • On SINCGARS startup, to which position should the channel switch be set?
  • HAS expands to Higher, Adjacent, Supporting. Which option correctly expands HAS?
  • Curved line distance is used to measure distance along which features?
  • Which signaling action indicates counting steps or pace?
  • How long should an Individual Rush last?
  • Which frequency band ranges from 225.0 MHz to 511.9999 MHz?
  • Which factor is listed as affecting pace count?
  • Push to Talk (PTT) is used to which action?
  • After the SINCGARS RT self-test is completed, what should you do with the FCTN switch?
  • From which item should you keep 18 meters distance from a compass?
  • In the SALUTE report, what does the 'L' represent?
  • Which formation provides maximum firepower to the front and is used in an assault when the enemy's strengths and location are known?
  • Which aircraft capacity matches 12 litters and 24 ambulatory?
  • The CH-53D Sea Stallion has a casualty evacuation capacity of:
  • What are the Additional Notes on a map?
  • How is Range indicated?
  • How do you measure an exact distance when it exceeds the paper's length?
  • If a map scale is 1:50,000, how many ground units does one map unit represent?
  • What is the Legend on a map?
  • Which are elements of combat patrols?
  • Which signal is used to designate a Fire Team, with the right arm crossing the chest?
  • Which item requires the greatest distance from a compass (55 meters)?
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the fourteen leadership traits?
  • The Side connector provides an interface for what?
  • Which amphibious ship type has the largest medical capacity when fully staffed, capable of 4 operating rooms, 15 ICU beds, and 45 ward beds?
  • What does OUT indicate in radio communications?
  • Turning the cipher switch to CT places the radio in which mode?
  • Which motion signals a Danger area?
  • In the Adjoining Sheets Diagram, how are the adjoining sheets represented?
  • During SINCGARS startup, which COMSEC switch position should be selected?
  • The 'Mount' signal involves which position?
  • How is a 6-digit map read?
  • Which action initiates the self-test of SINCGARS RT?
  • Where is the Contour Interval Note typically located on a map?
  • Which signal describes moving in an echelon formation by extending arms at 45 degrees up and down, with palms facing forward?
  • Which signal is demonstrated by the right arm placed diagonally across the chest?
  • What does the Declination Diagram indicate?
  • Which leadership principle states that assigned tasks should be understood, supervised, and accomplished?
  • The VHF/UHF/HB handheld antenna is how many inches long?
  • What is a grid azimuth?
  • Which are elements of Reconnaissance Patrols?
  • Among the listed aircraft, which has the highest ambulatory capacity?
  • What is the lower bound of the AN/PRC-152 frequency range?
  • Which signal involves extending both arms above the head at 45 degrees to form a V shape?
  • From telephone wires and barbed wire, what distance is required?
  • In BAMCIS, which step involves issuing the order?
  • Back azimuth is defined as what?
  • To indicate range, which gesture is used?
  • The Enemy in Sight signal requires the rifle to be held in which position?
  • Which level of care provides theater hospitalization?
  • For 'DISMOUNT, DOWN, TAKE COVER,' what is the signal?
  • Which step follows setting the mode to SC, RF power, and channel to MAN during SINCGARS RT startup?
  • What is the exterior color of the M18 Smoke grenade?
  • Which color-family pairing is correct for map features?
  • Which method is used to orient a map without a compass?
  • Which signal is used to shift to a new direction by swinging the palm forward?
  • Which statement accurately describes the Miller full body board?
  • Which gesture is used to respond to the call 'Are you ready? I am ready'?
  • Which diagram would you consult to understand the relationship between true north, grid north, and magnetic north?
  • Compass precautions include which elements?
  • Which map term describes the most significant terrain feature covered by the map?
  • A gentle slope on a topographic map is shown by what contour line spacing?
  • Which helicopter model is nicknamed 'Sea Stallion' in the data?
  • Which leadership principle focuses on knowing your Marines and looking out for their welfare?
  • What signal indicates Commence Fire?
  • Which five elements are included in the mission 'Who, What, When, Where, Why'?
  • How is volume adjusted on this radio?
  • Resection is the method of locating your position on a map by determining the grid azimuth to at least two well-defined locations.
  • Which statement best describes the spacing that indicates a gentle slope?
  • Area Reconnaissance focuses on obtaining detailed information about what?
  • The 'Halt' signal is given by which action?
  • In the Squad Echelon Right (Left), how are the fire teams arranged?
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as a compass precaution?
  • Which gesture indicates 'I do not understand'?
  • Describe the arrangement of the three fire teams in the Squad Wedge.
  • Grid north is defined as the north established using which feature on a map?
  • What is the purpose of keeping individual rushes short?
  • What is the first step in the Five Paragraph Order (BAMCIS)?
  • Which statement best describes a convex slope’s contour spacing from bottom to top?
  • Which signal directs you to advance by extending the arm and moving in a particular way?
  • Which signal extends both arms forward, performing large vertical circles?
  • Fire Team Skirmishers have which characteristics?
  • Which terrain feature is a long, continuous line of high ground forming a crest?
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