Usaf Course 15 Set A Book 2 Version 1 Edition 3

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Profession of Arms

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a distinct, professional sub-culture with a body of theory and specialized knowledge, service to the community and nation (unlimited liability clause), and how these all combine to defend freedom, pursue peace, and protect America and its interests.

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oath of enlistment/reenlistment

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a promise, ethical agreement or bond of one’s word.

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elements that make up Warrior Ethos

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the tenacity to push through, self-discipline, self-control, hardiness of spirit despite physical and mental hardships, moral, and physical courage

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Air Force resilience

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an Airmen’s ability to withstand, recover, and/or grow in the face of stressors and changing demands by orchestrating the use of base resources, support activities, peers, and leadership.

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How do you calculate your BMR?

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Harris Benedict Formula

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Choose the correct answer that BEST represents all four macronutrients

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whole grain bread, olive oil, egg, water

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Micronutrients are _____________________ and _____________________.

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vitamins; minerals

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Benefits for having proper nutrition help maintain ___________________________ and replenish muscle glycogen.

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blood sugar

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_____________________________ is a concept that trains the body as a whole and not necessarily one target muscle group

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Pre-habilitation

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describe how to perform high intensity exercise.

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Functional workouts, FOSI, tactical breathing

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What do the letters in FOSI mean?

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Form Over Speed and Intensity

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Culture

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the set of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices that characterizes a company or an organization

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Heritage

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something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor or property that descends to an heir.

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In 1907, the U.S. Army Signal Corps established a small _____________________________ to take charge of all matters pertaining to military ballooning, air machines, and all kindred subjects.

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Aeronautical Division

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Who was the first female pilot allowed to wear the U.S. Army uniform?

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Ruth Law

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On 24 May 1918, the War Department officially recognized two Army agencies, the Bureau of Aircraft Production and the Division of Military Aeronautics, as the _________________.

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Air Service of the U.S. Army

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The National Security Act of _____________established the United States Air Force, headed by the Chief of Staff, USAF.

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1947

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What did the success of Operation Desert Storm prove about the importance of airpower?

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that airpower could decrease casualty counts and that airpower can provide a decisive path to victory

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why did the United States launch Operation Enduring Freedom?

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Because the U.S. was attacked on its own soil

Because of the amount of lives lost

To stop the spread of terrorism around the world

To prevent countries from harboring terrorists

To destroy the Taliban government

To destroy terrorist training facilities

To bring Osama Bin Laden and his radical followers to justice

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What decoration is awarded to U.S. and foreign military personnel and civilians who have displayed extraordinary heroism in one of the following situations: while engaged in action against a U.S. enemy, while engaged in military operations involving conflict with a foreign force, or while serving with a friendly nation engaged in armed conflict against a force in which the U.S. is not a belligerent party?

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Air Force Cross

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Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 36-2203 covers ________________ and ________________ ceremonies, while Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2903 governs ________________ and _________________.

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reveille/retreat; dress/appearance

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What is the purpose of drill and ceremony?

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teaches and develops teamwork, confidence, pride, alertness, attention to detail, and esprit de corps.

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Why is it important for an NCO to know drill and ceremony?

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all NCOs are charged with advancing the Profession of Arms by having uniform and flag ceremonies, by learning how to work as a team, by improving your appearance and discipline, and by demonstrating Excellence in All We Do.

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diversity

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the fact or quality of being diverse: difference. Unlike in kind: distinct, varied; a point of respect in which things differ; variety

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primary dimensions of diversity

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differences that are inborn and/or exert an important impact on early socialization and an ongoing impact throughout people’s lives.

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examples of the primary dimensions

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Age, language, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, and sexual orientation

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secondary dimensions of diversity

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differences that you acquire, discard, and/or modify throughout your life

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examples of the secondary dimensions

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ducational level, job function, socio-economic status, personality profile, marital status, family responsibilities, religious beliefs, and geographic location

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Being _______________ _______________ requires all Airmen to develop keen awareness and understanding of others’ emotions, feelings, personality, temperaments, strengths, cultural differences, values, and beliefs.

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socially sensitive

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Identify the 5 (five) characteristics of a diversity supportive environment

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- Poor communication and little or no teamwork

- Animosity toward one another

- Poor morale and lack of discipline

- Minimal use of creativity and experience and reduced productivity

- Discrimination

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Socio-Behavioral Tendencies

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Assumptions

stereotypes

prejudices

social biases

perceptions

perspectives

collusion

discrimination

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FAIR way

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Feedback

Assistance

Inclusion

Respect

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As a leader, understanding ____________________________ will help to maximize individual/unit performance and allow your Airmen to reach their highest potential.

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diversity

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Diversity

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When people have a difference, unlike in kind

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Socio-Behavioral Tendencies

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the thought process we use to make sense of the world.

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ethics

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a set of standards of conduct that guide decisions and actions based on duties derived from core values

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ethical leadership.

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knowing your core values and having the courage to live by them in all parts of your life in service of the common good.

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Leaders who model ________________ ________________ inspire confidence in those they lead, inspiring them to accept and follow decisions from ethical leaders and organizations with an ethical climate rather than from unethical leaders or organizations with a corrosive environment.

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ethical behavior

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Subordinates of leaders who model ethical behavior such as setting the example, always doing the right thing, and holding those accountable that do not adhere to __________, _____________, and _______________ are more apt to accept and follow decisions from ethical leaders than from those who don’t.

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rules, results, realities

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According to Sarah Boatman, NCO’s should create and promote an ethical climate and foster ethical behavior using what three principles?

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No rewards for unethical behavior, Sanctions and forgiveness for mistakes, Appropriate action taken for dereliction of duty

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____________________________making decisions based on personal values/beliefs rather than on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.

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Ethical Relativism

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____________________________making decisions based on a “win at all cost” attitude rather than on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.

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Drive for Success

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____________________________ making decisions based on respect and/or loyalty to an individual, unit, or organization, etc. rather than on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.

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Loyalty Syndrome

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___________________________ making decisions based on how the decision will impact one’s reputation/standing among peers, subordinates, supervisors, community etc. rather than on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.

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Worry over Image

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a state that you must know

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owing

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structuring ethical priorities

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ordering

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the circumstances

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realities

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airmen, fellow citizens

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people

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to state the truth

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declare

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the bottom line

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results

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truth telling and honor

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principle

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latin meaning to "cut off"

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decide

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what airmen should do

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oughting

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perceive the truth

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discern

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gives you ethical guidance

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rules

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perform

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do

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mission accomplishment and duty

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purpose