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What is the FM concerning the M16/A2 Rifle?
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FM 3-22.9
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Name the five phases in Basic Rifle Marksmanship.
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1. Preliminary Rifle Instruction
2. Downrange Feedback 3. Field Fire 4. Advanced Rifle Marksmanship 5. Advanced Optics, Laser and Iron Sights |
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What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship?
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1. Steady Position
2. Proper Aim (Sight Picture) 3. Breathing 4. Trigger Squeeze |
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During Preliminary Marksmanship Training (PMI), what are the only two positions taught?
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1. Individual Foxhole supported
2. Basic Prone unsupported |
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What are the two basic elements of the Sight Picture?
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1. Sight Alignment
2. Placing of the Aiming Point |
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What does the Acronym SPORTS stand for?
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Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap and Shoot
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What is remedial action?
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Remedial action is the continuing effort to determine the cause for a stoppage or malfunction and to try to clear the stoppage once it has been identified.
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Describe the proper procedures for applying remedial action with the M16/A2.
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1. Try to place the weapon on safe
2. Remove the magazine 3. Lock the bolt to the rear 4. Place the weapon on safe if not already done |
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Describe the proper procedure for applying immediate action with the M16/A2.
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1. Slaps gently upward on the magazine to ensure it is fully seated, and the magazine follower is not jammed.
2. Pulls the charging handle fully to the rear. 3. Observes for the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge. (If the weapon fails to eject a cartridge, perform remedial action.) 4. Releases the charging handle (do not ride it forward). 5. Taps the forward assist assembly to ensure bolt closure. 6. Squeezes the trigger and tries to fire the rifle. |
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What is immediate action?
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mmediate action involves quickly applying a possible correction to reduce a stoppage without performing troubleshooting procedures to determine the actual cause.(SPORTS)
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Name the different categories of malfunctions on the M16/A2.
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1. Failure to feed, chamber or lock
2. Failure to fire cartridge 3. Failure to Extract 4. Failure to Eject |
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What is stoppage?
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A stoppage is a failure of an automatic or semiautomatic firearm to complete the cycle of operation.
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What does CLP stand for?
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* Cleaner - It contains solvents that dissolve firing residue and carbon.
* Lubricant - It lays down a layer of teflon as it dries to provide lubrication. * Preservative - It prevents rust from Forming. |
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Describe the M16/A2 Rifle.
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A 5.56 mm, magazine fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, semiautomatic or three-round burst, hand-held, shoulder-fired weapon.
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What are the 7 types of ammunition that can be used with the M16/A2 Rifle?
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1. M193 – Ball
2. M196 – Trace 3. M199 – Dummy 4. M200 – Blank (Violet tip and 7 petal rose crimp) 5. M855 – Ball (Green Tip) 6. M856 – Tracer (Red Tip) 7. M862 – Short Range Training Ammunition (Plastic with a Blue Tip) |
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Describe the weights of the M16/A2 Rifle
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* Without Magazine and Sling - 7.78 pounds
* With Sling and a loaded 20 round magazine - 8.48 pounds * With Sling and a loaded 30 round magazine - 8.79 pounds |
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Describe the max effective rates of fire for the M16/A2 Rifle.
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* Semiautomatic - 45 rounds per minute
* Burst - 90 rounds per minute * Sustained - 12-15 rounds per minute |
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What is the muzzle velocity of the M16/A2 Rifle?
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3,100 feet per second
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Describe the ranges for the M16/A2 Rifle.
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* Maximum Range - 3,600 meters
* Max Effective Range for a Point Target - 550 meters * Max Effective Range for an Area Target - 800 meters |
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Describe the Barrel Rifling for the M16/A2 Rifle.
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Right hand twist 1/7
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What is the basic load of ammunition for the M16/A2 Rifle?
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210 Rounds total. (7 magazines with 30 rounds in each)
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The elevation knob adjusts the point of aim for the M16A2 Rifle how much?
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300 to 800 meters
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What is the overall length of the M16/A2 Rifle?
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39.63 inches
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What are the 8 steps in the functioning of the M16/A2 rifle?
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1. Feeding
2. Chambering 3. Locking 4. Firing 5. Unlocking 6. Extracting 7. Ejecting 8. Cocking |
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What is the purpose of the D.A. Military Awards Program?
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The objective of the DA Military Awards Program is to provide tangible recognition for acts of valor, exceptional service or achievement, special skills or qualifications, and acts of heroism not involving actual combat.
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What is the highest peacetime award for valor?
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The Soldiers Medal
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During peacetime, who is the approving authority for the Soldier's Medal?
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HQ Perscom
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What is an Award
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A decoration, medal, badge, ribbon, or appurtenance bestowed on an individual or a un
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What is a decoration?
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An award to an individual for a specific act of gallantry or service
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What is DA Form 7013?
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Certificate of Appreciation
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What are the six groups that individual awards can be categorized into?
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1. Decorations
2. Good Conduct Medal 3. Service Medals 4. Service Ribbons 5. Badges and Tabs 6. Certificates and Letters |
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What is the highest award given by the Army in time of war?
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The Medal of Honor
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What is engraved on the reverse side of the Medal of Honor?
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The grade, name, and organization of the awardee are engraved on the reverse of the Medal of Honor.
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What is engraved on the reverse side of every Decoration or Good Conduct Medal other than the Medal of Honor?
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The name of the awardee only
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The “V” Device is authorized for wear on what decorations?
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* Distinguished Flying Cross
* Bronze Star Medal * Air Medal * ARCOM * Joint Service Commendation Medal |
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For what is the Good Conduct Medal given?
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For exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity
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What three words are inscribed on the front of the Good Conduct Medal?
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Honor, Efficiency, and Fidelity
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Who are the final approving authorities for the AAM, ARCOM, MSM, LM and DSM?
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* AAM = Lieutenant Colonel and above
* ARCOM = Colonel and above * MSM = Major General and above * LM = Lieutenant General and above * DSM = U.S. Army Chief of Staff |
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Who can make recommendations for an award?
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ny person having knowledge of an outstanding act or achievement
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What is the word inscribed on the suspension bar of the Medal of Honor?
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Valor"
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What three words are inscribed on the front of the Good Conduct Medal?
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Honor, Efficiency, and Fidelity
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To whom is the Purple Heart awarded?
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To anyone, military or civilian, wounded or killed in action against an armed enemy
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What is the second highest award for valor?
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The Distinguished Service Cross
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What was the first medal awarded in the U.S. Army?
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The Purple Heart
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What is a DA Form 4950?
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Good Conduct Medal Certificate
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What Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform?
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AR 670-1
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Name the four Special Skills Tabs
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1. Ranger
2. Special Forces 3. Presidents Hundred 4. Sapper |
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What DA Form is used to recommend /request an award?
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DA Form 638
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What Army Regulation governs Awards and Decorations?
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AR 600-8-22
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What are the three U.S. Army Combat Badges?
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1. Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB)
2. Combat Action Badge (CAB) 3. Combat Medical Badge (CMB) |