Which statement describes political operational variables?
Distribution of responsibility and power at all levels of governance
Which of the following negative effects of urbanization pose the most significant threat to Army forces?
Disease and pollution
When evaluating a route to be used in moving detainees, a major area of concern is the location of friendly units
How many times are you required to shout “HALT” before you can open fire on an escaping detainee? 3
When planning a detainee movement, what factors should you consider when determining the guard-to-detainee ratio
The threat, the nature of the detainees, the route, the timing, and the external risks
Which COIN imperative uses economic and political progress to show a population that life is getting better?
Manage information and expectations
Which statement best describes the historical principle of COIN “Insurgents must be isolated from their cause and support”?
It is easier to separate an insurgency from its resources and let it die than to kill every insurgent
You have just arrived to help deal with the aftermath of a destructive earthquake in a developing nation where most of the population was already suffering from extreme poverty. Which of the following situations are you least likely to encounter?
Money having little power to influence locals’ behavior
It is apparent that the enemy in your area is propagating among the locals negative stereotypes of the Army. What is the surest way to counteract the effects of this slander?
Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and consistency in your actions to disprove the stereotypes
The perception of how poor a group is or seems to be defines _________.
the perceived disparity in wealth
Which of the following is an electronic-attack activity?
Electromagnetic deception
Which of the following is an electronic-protection activity?
Electromagnetic hardening
The five Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) are Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, and Delta and Normal
Which is the primary agency for crisis management when it comes to responding to terrorist incidents within the United States and its maritime areas subject to U.S. jurisdiction?
The Department of Justice (DOJ)
When is the use of an authenticators name and position required on OPORDs?
Authentication is required if the commander does not sign the original order
Which of the following describes a task organization?
A temporary grouping of forces designed to accomplish a particular mission
You are relaxing with your buddies after a mission when you are approached by a man who says he is a reporter, and says he wants to interview you for a newspaper story. He is clearly an American and seems trustworthy. What should you ask the man at this point?
You should ask to see his identification and press credentials
Prior to a tactical operation you are giving an interview with a reporter when he asks about a vehicle accident he had seen earlier in the afternoon in another part of your base camp, which did not involve you or your unit in any way. You have no direct knowledge about the circumstances of the accident. How should you respond to his question?
I don’t have any direct knowledge about the accident, so I can’t discuss it or answer your question
You and several of your fellow Soldiers are relaxing after a news reporter has finished his interview with you and departed the area. Who must you notify about the interview?
Your chain of command
