Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) Board Practice Exam

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• What is the only command given from "Inspection Arms"?
• What reflects the importance of H2F System in soldier training?
• How can a leader exemplify the intellect attribute in their daily activities?
• Which DA form is used for documenting equipment modifications?
• What does a well-crafted Commander's Intent convey?
• What serves as the basis for collective proficiency in training?
• Who can authorize soldiers to grow facial hair for non-medical purposes?
• How are ID badges worn on the female ASGU coat?
• How can mental readiness be defined?
• How should leaders respond to a subordinate's performance issue?
• What is defined as a map?
• How can Commanders earn respect and trust?
• What best defines Army Leadership?
• How are service ribbons positioned on a female Class A uniform?
• What is the unloaded weight of the M4 without a sling?
• What is an important trait that demonstrates respect in counseling?
• What is the next command given after weapons have been issued and soldiers are in formation?
• What are the four basic components of a counseling session?
• In the context of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, who is considered a victim?
• Which ATTP provides doctrinal guidance for Army command post operations?
• How is trust gained or lost?
• What colors are used on a military map?
• For how long will pregnant Soldiers be exempt from meeting body fat standards?
• What does the acronym ASAP imply in terms of program focus?
• What is Command?
• Which aspects of a unit can significantly affect morale?
• What type of map scale is considered large?
• The Army commits to treating victims of sexual assault with what?
• Which of the following best describes effective communication barriers?
• What are the three minor terrain features found on a military map?
• What should leaders do if a subordinate fails to meet the standard?
• What is a Commander's Intent?
• Which trait reflects a leader's resilience?
• Which color on a military map indicates water features?
• When is it required that all military personnel present a neat, soldier appearance?
• What are the three approaches to counseling?
• What is a team?
• How should you check for breathing on an unconscious casualty?
• What is the primary first aid measure for heat exhaustion?
• What is a potential outcome for Soldiers after successful rehabilitation?
• What does TC 4-02.1 primarily cover?
• What is the length of the M4 with the buttstock fully extended?
• How is counseling defined in a military context?
• What does character refer to in the context of leadership?
• What DA PAM covers The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS)?
• How should soldiers view the relationship between nutrition and performance?
• What is a common sign of a closed fracture?
• What is the definition of Mission Command?
• Which requirements are included in the demand to "lead" effectively?
• Which of the following is a recommended strategy for soldiers to achieve a healthy weight?
• What classifies a medium map in terms of scale?
• In what scenario would "Mission Command" be most effectively applied?
• How do you determine a back azimuth?
• When can Commanders or Soldiers deviate from lawful orders?
• Which form is critical for documenting the condition of ammunition?
• What does ADP 7-0 cover?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four requirements of character?
• What are the advantages of the directive approach to counseling?
• What is the effective range for an area target using the M4?
• Which forms are required to complete a Family Care Plan?
• What does intellect encompass in a leadership role?
• What is included in the Army Values?
• What is the purpose of the Flash-to-Bang Method?
• Define the term racism.
• What does "stewards the profession" refer to in the context of develops?
• Which of the following is NOT an objective of ASAP?
• What does the "Science of Control" primarily consist of?
• Which definition best describes hazing?
• How do commanders apply the operations process to training?
• Can evaluation reports contain information about a Soldier's spouse's employment or educational activities?
• Which of the following best describes the role of alcohol and other drug abuse prevention?
• How do staff members assist the commander?
• What element is crucial for maintaining effective communication during a counseling session?
• What integrates and synchronizes skills learned at the individual level?
• Which task is not part of the primary staff tasks during mission operations?
• What does the definition of sexual assault include?
• Why is it important to be mindful of hunger and fullness cues?
• Which feature does not fall under the three minor terrain features?
• What are the two prescribed formations for platoons?
• What ADP covers training units and developing leaders?
• What is Leadership?
• Why is the development of others essential in leadership?
• What is a TM?
• Which event would prompt a leader to conduct event counseling?
• What is a core benefit of improving trust among military personnel?
• What is a primary characteristic of counterproductive/toxic leadership?
• Are soldiers required to show respect to seniors while off duty?
• In a marching platoon, who is the only person that is never out of step?
• What is the maximum range for the M4?
• When soldiers have issues or problems, what is the required communication protocol?
• What does misuse of a government charge card refer to?
• Which personnel are considered key to mission command?
• Which key principle ensures teamwork in the Army's EO Program?
• What term describes someone who has been accused of committing a crime in the context of sexual assault?
• Which form provides a useful framework for leaders to prepare for counseling?
• What types of tattoos or brands are prohibited on a soldier's body?
• What is the designated steps per minute for quick time?
• What does successful adaptation to risk and adversity signify?
• What percentage of sexual assault offenses involve alcohol?
• What are the two primary barriers to communication?
• What is mutual trust?
• How should service ribbons be worn on the male class A uniform?
• What should leaders understand regarding sexual assault allegations?
• Where should a tourniquet be placed on an injured extremity?
• Which of the following is NOT a policy that commanders are required to publish regarding equal opportunity?
• What is one objective of the NCODP?
• Under what condition should a Soldier be evacuated if there’s no improvement in heat exhaustion symptoms?
• Which of the following best describes 'prudent risk' in mission command?
• Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?
• What is the designated steps per minute for double time?
• What is counted in the Flash-to-Bang Method to estimate distance?
• What is the combat load of a rifleman?
• How does the ASAP assist Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated?
• What is the basic unit of measurement for the pace count method?
• Where does mutual trust come from?
• What is meant by deglamorization of alcohol?
• Which environment does the Army's sexual assault policy apply to?
• What constitutes sexual harassment?
• Which of the following is a part of the five requirements and expectations of "lead"?
• What is the mission of ASAP?
• What does the acronym CLP stand for in the context of weapons maintenance?
• What is the recommended course of action for all wounds to promote healing aside from controlling bleeding?
• What should leaders do if a subordinate expresses frustration during counseling?
• What develops leaders and prepares them for assignments of increased responsibility?
• Who is primarily responsible for training units and developing leaders?
• What activity is essential in managing heat injuries?
• In case of a chemical burn, what initial step should be taken?
• What is the correct placement for the U.S. Army tape on the Combat Vehicle Crewman Uniform?
• Which form is used to request support maintenance on a piece of equipment?
• What form is completed for all ASAP referrals?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of heat injury?
• Which type of beverage is recommended for soldiers to stay hydrated?
• What is "Mission Command"?
• What does DA Form 2408-9 document?
• How much water should a soldier drink if experiencing heat exhaustion?
• What document is required for the turnover of equipment in the Army?
• What are the three categories of maps?
• Which foot is considered the leading foot in marching?
• What is a key component of the Army Material Maintenance Policy outlined in Army Regulation?
• What is emphasized in the training of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• What practice does drill primarily aim to instill in soldiers?
• What are the five key characteristics of an effective counselor?
• What are the three major categories of developmental counseling?
• On what foot would you give the command "Mark time march"?
• What defines a rank in a military formation?
• Who is required to perform a PMCS?
• Which method is NOT used to open the airway on an adult casualty?
• What type of program does the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program establish?
• What is the purpose of the marginal information on a map?
• Are female soldiers permitted to wear cosmetics in uniform?
• What type of manual is used to perform operator level PMCS?
• Which document covers Army Leadership?
• What is the purpose of the DA Form 5500?
• What are the four requirements of presence for a leader?
• When is a PMCS required to be performed?
• What is one of the intended outcomes of effective mission command?
• What components are critical to physical readiness?
• How long does a Commander have to flag the Soldier for failing to meet body fat standards?
• Who is authorized to wear the Regimental Distinctive Insignia?
• What do commanders need to effectively influence during missions?
• What is the purpose of an Open Door Policy?
• What does the biochemistry test program help monitor?
• What is included in the vehicle dispatch process as part of quality maintenance?
• What are three methods of controlling external bleeding?
• What is the main purpose of periodization in combat training?
• Which of the following is one of the three leader competencies?
• Which attribute encompasses a leader's moral and ethical qualities?
• Which group is essential for knowledge management in mission command?
• What is one of the objectives of ASAP?
• What occurs if a Soldier exceeds body fat standards within 12 months of release from the ABCP?
• Which Army Regulation covers ASAP?
• What should commanders provide to subordinates during Mission Command?
• What is a review in a military context?
• What does the acronym COLD stand for in relation to injury treatment?
• What is the continuous and progressive process throughout a leader's career?
• What is one of the primary tasks commanders must perform during mission command?
• How is the UTM grid system primarily used by the U.S. Army?
• What is one way that the Army's Biochemical Testing Program supports commanders?
• Where is the Regimental Distinctive Insignia worn on a male Class A uniform?
• What is an essential goal of the commander's role in mission command?
• What does SAW stand for in the context of military weaponry?
• How are ID badges worn on the male AGSU coat?
• Why is it important for ASAP staff to be appropriately trained?
• What is one of the important purposes of reception and integration counseling?
• Which Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform?
• What is a file in military terms?
• What might be the consequence of a subordinate's unsatisfactory performance due to a lack of knowledge or ability?
• What is a necessary condition of muscular endurance?
• What is considered the Army's life-blood?
• What is the key requirement of "achieves" in leadership?
• What are the grooming standards for mustaches in the military?
• What defines a formation in a military unit?
• What does AR 600-20 primarily cover?
• What may happen to Soldiers who fail to participate in ASAP rehabilitation?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M249?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four requirements found in "develops"?
• What is one of the common points for checking pulse in adults?
• What does the leader competency of "Develops" primarily focus on?
• What is the weight of the M249?
• What is a common action leaders should take when preparing a personal development plan?
• What is the primary value of ceremonies?
• What does effective performance counseling include?
• What is an azimuth?
• Which best describes the M4 rifle?
• One of the goals of the EO Program is to create effective units by eliminating what?
• What should soldiers do if they are unaccustomed to the heat?
• To be effective while counseling, leaders must have which three basic counseling skills?
• What approach is the Army taking to minimize sexual assaults?
• What DA PAM is the Guide for Motor Pool Operations?
• What is a goal of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• Who should leaders always counsel?
• What must be done to a dressing before covering a white phosphorus burn?
• How do Commanders and Staffs actively build and maintain shared understanding within the force?
• What is the ultimate goal of unit training in the Army?
• Where can an adjoining sheet diagram be found on a map?
• What FM covers Drill and Ceremony?
• What title is typically held by an Equal Opportunity Representative (EOR)?
• What is Authority?
• How is presence defined regarding a leader?
• What does mental agility refer to as a requirement of intellect?
• What is the importance of providing a clear commander's intent?
• What is a DD Form 314?
• What is one objective of the ASAP rehabilitation program?
• What element should reception and integration counseling help new team members understand?
• Which feature is NOT characteristic of the M4 rifle?
• What is the purpose of historical records in military equipment management?
• What is the definition of a perpetrator in the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• Which of the following best describes "Esprit de Corps"?
• What is military discipline founded upon?
• What is one of the goals related to victims in the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• Which regulation outlines special commemorations and ethical observances?
• Which month is designated for African-American Black History Month?
• Can Soldiers currently enrolled in the ASAP rehabilitation program reenlist?
• Which form addresses equipment utilization records?
• During professional growth counseling, the leader and subordinate may focus on developing what?
• What Army Regulation governs the Equal Opportunity (EO) program?
• How many types of North are recognized on a military map?
• What does the abbreviation ASAP stand for in a military context?
• Which marching step corresponds to 120 steps per minute?
• From what position are all stationary movements given?
• What is a unique feature of type "O" blood?
• What are Mission Orders?
• What does effective leadership include according to the "Be Know Do" model?
• When should the command "squad halt" be given during marching?
• When must single pregnant Soldiers be counseled regarding the Family Care Plan?
• In a nondirective counseling approach, what is primarily emphasized?
• What acts are classified under sexual assault?
• What role do shared experiences play in building mutual trust?
• What is considered improper use of a government charge card?
• What happens if a Soldier is enrolled in the ABCP and then becomes pregnant?
• Which of the following is not one of the three leader attributes?
• What are the procedures for applying remedial action with a weapon?
• Which of the following is NOT considered one of the Army Values?
• How is military discipline developed?
• What immediate action is performed when there is a malfunction with a weapon?
• Which form is used for the operator's report of a motor vehicle accident?
• What is the Art of Command?
• What should a leader focus on during performance counseling?
• What cartridge does the M17 handgun utilize?
• What are the four rest positions that can be commanded at the halt?
• What Army Regulation covers the Army Material Maintenance Policy?
• How many periods of Equal Opportunity (EO) training are soldiers required to have per year?
• When must Soldiers implement Family Care Plans?
• What does ADP 6-0 primarily cover?
• Which of the following are the principles driving the H2F system?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 major terrain features found on a map?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three training domains in the Army?
• What FM document covers the M249?
• What does PMCS stand for?
• What is the NCO Support Channel?
• What is the primary purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• What is one key aspect of creating shared understanding among team members?
• What is an expected outcome of the NCODP?
• What does the UTM grid system stand for?
• How does the NCODP support the development of an NCO?
• During a military ceremony, awards are presented to recognize what?
• Which form is used for equipment inspection during the vehicle dispatch process?
• What strategy does ASAP implement for risk reduction?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M17 handgun?
• Why is empathy considered a significant part of character in leadership?
• Who is directed to have an Open Door Policy according to AR 600-20?
• Who is at a higher risk for suffering heat injuries?
• A successful NCODP will enhance combat performance for which of the following?
• What areas of the body are prohibited for new tattoos or brands?
• Can an NCO deliver the DA Form 2627 and inform a soldier of their rights?
• When is the hand salute rendered while passing the colors?
• When are Soldiers required to wear identification tags?
• What is the effective range for a point target using the M4?
• Which of the following are the three training domains used by the Army?
• Which ADP specifically addresses Mission Command?
• What is an element in a military context?
• What is the first action leaders should take when counseling a subordinate for specific performance?
• Which factor is NOT associated with unit morale?
• Which of the following is an example of event counseling?
• What does the color Red-Brown represent on a military map?
• Describe a minority group.
• What does AR 600-20 refer to?
• Which aspect is NOT a component of physical readiness?
• What is the priority when checking a conscious casualty with a suspected spinal injury?
• What role do commander's assessments play in the training process?
• Which of the following best describes collective training?
• What is the muzzle velocity of the M17 handgun?
• Which marching step is used for a quick time pace?
• What is the primary goal of nutritional readiness?
• What is the Army's stance on sexual assault?
• What is one of the key components of the operations process?
• In the context of Army leadership, what is a key function of mentorship?
• What command is used to reverse the direction of a march?
• What is the form number for the Family Care Plan?
• What should be done to indicate that a casualty has received a tourniquet?
• Training in units primarily focuses on improving what?
• Is participation in the ASAP mandatory for Soldiers who are command referred?
• What type of magazine does the M17 handgun use?
• How should a lensatic compass be held?
• What does the term "interpersonal tact" refer to in operations?
• What is the primary focus of performance counseling?
• What does TC 3-25.26 cover?
• What is the primary purpose of drill?
• How does the NCO Support Channel relate to the Chain of Command?
• Under which condition may commanders direct drug testing?
• What is the approximate unloaded weight of the M4 including a 20 rd magazine and sling?
• What is the approximate length of a pace in the pace count method?
• Which of the following is NOT a method to identify a substance abuse problem?
• What is the effective range of the M249 for a point target?
• What are the five systems included in the Mission Command System?
• What aspect of military operations is built through effective communication?
• What month is associated with Women's History Month?
• How do commanders primarily exercise control over their forces?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of burn?
• What should a responder do before approaching a casualty to provide care under fire?
• Whose responsibility is it to prevent sexual harassment within the Army?
• What is an essential aspect of developing a plan of action in counseling?
• What are the six principles of Mission Command?
• What are the three principal ways that leaders can develop others?
• Which staff task relates to cyber operations within mission command?
• What are the three levels of leadership?
• Where does the Army's policy on Sexual Assault Prevention and Response apply?
• What does the acronym TAMMS stand for in military logistics?
• What general procedure should leaders follow regardless of the counseling session's topic?
• When does enrollment in the ABCP start?
• What is the celebration for Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday according to AR 600-20?
• Which description best defines toxic leadership?
• What does ATP 6-22.1 cover?
• What is a characteristic of the double time marching step?
• What must the training, instruction, or corrective action given to a Soldier to correct deficiencies be?
• Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
• What does the "Be Know Do" framework emphasize?
• What is the female body fat assessment worksheet called?
• Is a reasonable number of repetitions of authorized physical exercises considered hazing?
• What is the goal of the Army's Biochemical Testing Program?
• What is a benefit of a periodized training plan?
• How should leaders actively listen to a subordinate's responses during counseling?
• What are the four levels of Maintenance?
• What does NCODP stand for?
• Which element is crucial for effective leader development?
• What does ASAP stand for?
• What three ideas does Mission Command doctrine incorporate?
• Where is the nametape worn on the Combat Vehicle Crewman Uniform?
• Which of the following is NOT a primary task to integrate military functions during mission command?