88M AIT Red Book Test Study Guide: Questions With
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What is an operators responsibilities? Right Ans - The primary
responsibility of a radio operator is to pass accurate and timely information.
Transmit only when necessary
limit transmissions to no more then 10 seconds
Never use sensitive info
say adresses only when necessary
use proper procedures
be clear, consise and unambiguous
use phonetic alphabet
What are the 4 Key words to remember for effective radio communications?
Right Ans - Rythym, Speed, Volume and pitch
A. Rythym: Short sentences divided into sensible phrases which maintain a
natural rhythm
B. Speed: Speak slightly slower than normal conversation
C. Volume: Should be as for normal conversation
D. Pitch: Slightly higher than for normal conversation to improve clarity
What is a callsign? Right Ans - Figures, letters, or combinations of both
used to identify a COMMs station, an organization, or an individual on a radio
net.
Example: W4KB97: Whiskey, Fow-er, Kilo, Bravo, Niner, Seven
,What are Procedural words? (Prowords) Right Ans - A special set of words
used for clarity and brevity.
Ex: Roger, Over, Out ETC.
What does SALUTE in SALUTE report stand for? Right Ans - Size
Activity
Location
Unit
Time
Equipment
What are the 9 lines in a 9 line Medevac Right Ans - Line 1. Location of the
pick-up site.
Line 2. Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.
Line 3. Number of patients by precedence:
Line 4. Special equipment required:
Line 5. Number of patients:
Line 6. Security at pick-up site:
Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site:
Line 8. Patient nationality and status:
Line 9. NBC Contamination:
Strip Map Right Ans - A sketch of a given route. It may or may not be drawn
to scale but should show identifying landmarks.
Assembly area (AA) Right Ans - An area where units stage for movement
Start Point (SP) Right Ans - The point where the convoy comes under a
single controlling authority
Check Point (CP) Right Ans - Predetermined point used as means of
controlling movement or a reference for a location .
Release Point (RP) Right Ans - The point where certain elements of the
convoy are released by the convoy commander
Directional indicator Right Ans - Used to orient the map to the North .
, Distance between points Right Ans - May indicate miles or kilometers
Route Number Right Ans - identifies a specific route
Halt/Rest areas Right Ans - Check points or other convenient areas that
will support the convoy movement for the purpose of refueling , checking
loads , PMCS , messing , etc.
Name for an Accident identification card? Right Ans - DD Form 518
When should an accident identification card be filled out? Right Ans - As
promptly as possible. Give to person directly directly concerned.
Motor vehicle accident Report Right Ans - Standard Form 91
What is Standard form 91 (SF 91) used for? Right Ans - The SF 91 form is
used to protect you and the government against claims and exaggerations.
You are required to complete the form with any any accident in which you are
involved in.
SF 91 Sections I thru IX are filled by? Right Ans - Vehicle operator
SF 91 Sections X, items 73 thru 83d are filled by? Right Ans - Operators
supervisor
SF 91 Sections XI thru XIII are filled out by? Right Ans - Accident
investigator for bodily injury, fatality, and/or damage exceeding $500.00.
Technical Manual (TMs) Right Ans - Provide specific information on proper
operation and maintenance on a single system or series of vehicles.
Numbering system Right Ans - The number codes identify a specific
vehicle. Each set of numbers in TM 9-2320-345-10 identifies a specific
category within the army supply system.
9 Right Ans - Indicates subject or branch of the army. The number 9
indicates that it is an ordinance branch manual
Verified Solutions
What is an operators responsibilities? Right Ans - The primary
responsibility of a radio operator is to pass accurate and timely information.
Transmit only when necessary
limit transmissions to no more then 10 seconds
Never use sensitive info
say adresses only when necessary
use proper procedures
be clear, consise and unambiguous
use phonetic alphabet
What are the 4 Key words to remember for effective radio communications?
Right Ans - Rythym, Speed, Volume and pitch
A. Rythym: Short sentences divided into sensible phrases which maintain a
natural rhythm
B. Speed: Speak slightly slower than normal conversation
C. Volume: Should be as for normal conversation
D. Pitch: Slightly higher than for normal conversation to improve clarity
What is a callsign? Right Ans - Figures, letters, or combinations of both
used to identify a COMMs station, an organization, or an individual on a radio
net.
Example: W4KB97: Whiskey, Fow-er, Kilo, Bravo, Niner, Seven
,What are Procedural words? (Prowords) Right Ans - A special set of words
used for clarity and brevity.
Ex: Roger, Over, Out ETC.
What does SALUTE in SALUTE report stand for? Right Ans - Size
Activity
Location
Unit
Time
Equipment
What are the 9 lines in a 9 line Medevac Right Ans - Line 1. Location of the
pick-up site.
Line 2. Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.
Line 3. Number of patients by precedence:
Line 4. Special equipment required:
Line 5. Number of patients:
Line 6. Security at pick-up site:
Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site:
Line 8. Patient nationality and status:
Line 9. NBC Contamination:
Strip Map Right Ans - A sketch of a given route. It may or may not be drawn
to scale but should show identifying landmarks.
Assembly area (AA) Right Ans - An area where units stage for movement
Start Point (SP) Right Ans - The point where the convoy comes under a
single controlling authority
Check Point (CP) Right Ans - Predetermined point used as means of
controlling movement or a reference for a location .
Release Point (RP) Right Ans - The point where certain elements of the
convoy are released by the convoy commander
Directional indicator Right Ans - Used to orient the map to the North .
, Distance between points Right Ans - May indicate miles or kilometers
Route Number Right Ans - identifies a specific route
Halt/Rest areas Right Ans - Check points or other convenient areas that
will support the convoy movement for the purpose of refueling , checking
loads , PMCS , messing , etc.
Name for an Accident identification card? Right Ans - DD Form 518
When should an accident identification card be filled out? Right Ans - As
promptly as possible. Give to person directly directly concerned.
Motor vehicle accident Report Right Ans - Standard Form 91
What is Standard form 91 (SF 91) used for? Right Ans - The SF 91 form is
used to protect you and the government against claims and exaggerations.
You are required to complete the form with any any accident in which you are
involved in.
SF 91 Sections I thru IX are filled by? Right Ans - Vehicle operator
SF 91 Sections X, items 73 thru 83d are filled by? Right Ans - Operators
supervisor
SF 91 Sections XI thru XIII are filled out by? Right Ans - Accident
investigator for bodily injury, fatality, and/or damage exceeding $500.00.
Technical Manual (TMs) Right Ans - Provide specific information on proper
operation and maintenance on a single system or series of vehicles.
Numbering system Right Ans - The number codes identify a specific
vehicle. Each set of numbers in TM 9-2320-345-10 identifies a specific
category within the army supply system.
9 Right Ans - Indicates subject or branch of the army. The number 9
indicates that it is an ordinance branch manual
