Corporal's Course Test 2 (Answered)

Courage, initiative, physical fitness, self-improvement through PME are all attributes that are rated when assigned Conduct Marks. True or false - Answer- False List three occasions when a Marine in the Ranks of Private through Corporal is REQUIRED to receive Proficiency and Conduct Marks... - Answer- Transfer Discharge Promotion If a corporal receives pro/con marks of 2.5/3.5, what documentation, if any, needs to be provided to higher headquarters - Answer- Documentation to support the marks and guidance given to the marine to support movement The Individual Records Administration Manual (IRAM) provides guidance to two areas of focus when recommending proficiency and conduct marks True or false - Answer- False A culture group is defined as "a group of people whose common world _____ unites them in a system of social structures and shared _____." - Answer- Views, behaviors A corporal with average pro/con marks of 3.0/4.0 Will receive what type of discharge upon separation from the Marine Corps - Answer- Honorable Define the goal of the Marine Corps promotion system - Answer- To advance the best qualified marines to the next higher grade Composite score for military occupational specialty (MOS) are computed bi-annually. True or false - Answer- False Promotions are a reflection of an expectation of ______. - Answer- Future performance Cpl Morris was reduced to the rank of private on 1 Aug 2015 for possession of illegal drugs. What date will he be eligible for promotion - Answer- 1 feb 2017 What are 3 criteria that Marines that must meet in order to qualify for meritorious promotions. - Answer- PME complete; superior performance above and beyond peers; not assigned to BCP/MAP Cpl Wilson is a professional, motivated corporal with 4.5/4.5 pro/con marks. The Marine is PME complete and just scored a 275 on the CFT. Cpl Wilson has the required composite score promotion. What would prevent this Marine from getting promoted. - Answer- The Marine is assigned to the BCP/MAP The components of METT-T - Answer- Mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and fire support available, time The two types of patrols are _____ and ____. - Answer- Reconnaissance, combat Immediate actions are designed to provide _______. - Answer- Swift and positive small unit reaction to visual or physical contact with the enemy What are the 6 steps to remember when conducting a patrol _____. - Answer- Reconnoiter and complete the estimate, complete the plan, prepare the order, issue the order, conduct rehearsals, supervise-inspect-rehearse, and execute the mission When communication an Enemy Spotting Report (SPOTREP), the acronym "SALUTE" is used to report about the enemy. The acronym SALUTE is ______. - Answer- Size, activity, location, unit, time, equipment Which of the following is NOT within the composition of an operation order. - Answer- Terrain model BAMCIS stands for ______. - Answer- Begin planning Arrange for reconnaissance and coordination Make reconnaissance Complete the plan Issue the order Supervise SAFE stands for Security posting, automatic weapons replacement, fields of fire, and ______. - Answer- Entrenchment What are the 5 actions associated with a warning order (WARNO)? - Answer- Detailed mission analysis Situation analysis and course of action development Analysis of each course of action Comparison and each course of action Decision Purpose of the range card - Answer- To provide a sketch of the terrain assigned to a weapons system to cover by fire A FragO must contain, at a minimum paragraphs ______ and ______ of the five-paragraph operations order. - Answer- Two-mission, three-execution Definition of concealment - Answer- Anything that hides a Marine, his position, unit, or equipment from enemy observation 4 types of combat patrols (SCAR) - Answer- Security Contact Ambush Raid There are seven steps in planning a patrol. The following sentence best describes which step? The patrol leader has finished planning, initial preparations have progressed, members of the patrol are assembled, then Roll Call is taken to ensure all patrol members are present. - Answer- Issue the order A _________ is a combat formation that is used when speed and control are governing factors, such as when moving through densely wooded areas, fog, smoke, and along roads and trails. This formation facilitates control and rapid movement, as well as favors firepower and maneuver to the flanks. However, this formation is vulnerable to fire from the front and fire to the front is limited. - Answer- Column Which state describes critical vulnerability (CV)? - Answer- A gap or weakness, which is exploited, will do the most damage to the enemy's resistance What is the essential purpose of of a combat order? - Answer- To convey a mission and a plan from accomplishing that mission The three types of camouflage patterns that can be used to blend exposed skin are: - Answer- Splotching, striping, and combination. What does this symbol mean 23? - Answer- Fighting position designator for 2nd fire team, 3rd squad The IRAM provides guidance from three areas of focus when recommending pros/cons. List the three areas. - Answer- Occasion, attributes, and rating scale Cpl Martin displays qualities of courage and initiative. He is physically fit it shows a commitment to better himself through PME. The marine produces results and his billet and possessed strong decision making abilities. These attributes are rated when assigning proficiency marks. True or false - Answer- True What is the definition of reliability as a relates to the attributes of conduct? - Answer- A marine does the right thing with no supervision. How often are MOS composite scores computed? - Answer- Quarterly What is within the composition of an operation order? - Answer- Orientation Situation Mission Execution Admin & Logistics Command & Signal Cpl Wilson is a professional, motivated corporal with 4.5/4.5 pro/con marks. The Marine is PME complete and just scored a 275 on the CFT. Cpl Wilson has the required composite score promotion. Provide 3 reasons that this Marine would not be promoted even though he is eligible: - Answer- The Marine received a negative counseling The Marine is assigned to the BCP/MAP The Marine took a partial PFT Hand and arm signal: raise arm vertically; palm front; wave in large horizontal circles with arm and hand - Answer- Assemble Hand and arm signal: Extend arm fully towards person whom signal is intended for with fist closed; each exposed finger=100 meters - An