Training Guide, Lesson Plans, Solutions & Rationales
Marine Corps Training, Risk Management & Fitness Exam
SECTION I – SAT PROCESS
1. What are the five phases of the Systems Approach to Training (SAT)?
A. Plan, Train, Evaluate, Certify, Deploy
B. Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate
C. Assess, Train, Reassess, Modify, Approve
D. Organize, Equip, Train, Sustain, Deploy
Answer: B – Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement (Employ), Evaluate
Rationale:
The SAT process follows the logical instructional development model:
Analyze training needs
Design learning objectives and structure
Develop materials and logistics
Implement/Employ the training
Evaluate effectiveness
2. Which SAT phase ensures all logistics and background requirements are
completed prior to training execution?
A. Analyze
B. Design
C. Develop
D. Evaluate
Answer: C – Develop
Rationale:
The Develop phase ensures training materials, instructors, facilities, and logistics are fully
prepared before execution.
, 3. Which SAT phase gives the commander insight into the unit’s overall
condition and serves as the basis for mid-range planning?
A. Analyze
B. Develop
C. Implement
D. Evaluate
Answer: D – Evaluate
Rationale:
Evaluation measures unit performance and readiness, providing data for future planning
decisions.
SECTION II – RISK MANAGEMENT
4. What are the four principles of risk management?
A. Identify, Assess, Control, Supervise
B. Accept risk when benefits outweigh cost; Accept no unnecessary risk; Anticipate and manage
risk; Make risk decisions at the right level
C. Plan, Train, Execute, Review
D. Prevent, Detect, Correct, Improve
Answer: B
Rationale:
These are the foundational Marine Corps risk management principles guiding operational
safety.
5. What is the first step in risk management?
A. Supervise
B. Make decision
C. Identify and assess hazards
D. Accept risk
Answer: C