Appearance Program Questions and
Answers 2023
which of the following are responsibilities of a Commanding Officer (CO) or Officer in
Charge (OIC) according to BCMAP policies? - answer Select and assign, in writing,
a Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative
Consideration of recommendations for temporary medical exemptions
Ensuring Marines receive a medical evaluation
Enforcing compliance with weight and body composition
Marines have NOT met the BCMAP standards when - answer their body weight and
body fat percentages exceed the maximum or minimum allowable limits
Which of the following may occur if pregnancy, disease, or prescribed medications
result in excessive weight gain? - answer A temporary medical exemption from the
Body Composition Program or Military Appearance Program
Marine Corps Body Composition Standards Table - answer List the maximum
allowable body fat percentage for male and female Marines according to age
DoD Height/Weight Standards Table - answer Lists minimum and maximum weight,
according to height, for male and female service members
DoD Body Composition Standards Table - answer Used to derive a body fat
percentage for male and female Service members following measurements for height
and body circumference
Which articles of clothing are authorized for wear during the weigh ins and body
composition evaluations? - answer T-shirts, shorts and socks
Which statements are true when measuring a Marines height? - answer Marines will
stand with their backs and shoulders against the wall and heels flat on the deck
Use a Standard non stretching fiberglass tape measure to measure a Marines height
Marines will stand in a relaxed manner with their arms at their sides
Which statements are true concerning the correct weight measurement procedures? -
answer Both of the Marines feet must be flat on the scale
The Marines hands should be by their side