M-SLC ABCP QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026 UPDATE
100% CORRECT.
What is the regulation that governs the ABCP? Answer - AR 600-9
What is the primary objective of the ABCP? Answer - To ensure all Soldiers
achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all conditions.
What are the secondary objectives of the ABCP? Answer - 1. Operational
Readiness
2. Physical Fitness
3. Health
4. A professional military appearance in accordance with AR 670-1
What are the commander's responsibilities in the ABCP? Answer - 1.
Implement the ABCP
2. Ensure continued evaluation of all Soldiers under their command
3. Review monthly suspension of favorable action management reports
4. Forward complete ABCP file to gaining unit on each Soldier who conducts a
PCS and is flagged for non-compliance
What are the healthcare personnel's responsibilities in the ABCP? Answer - 1.
Assist commanders and supervisors
2. Identify pathological conditions
, 3. Evaluate Soldiers exceeding the screening weight standard
Who handles changes to ABCP policy? Answer - DCS-G1
What are the Unit Fitness NCO / MFT's responsibilities? Answer - 1. Prescribe
proper exercise and fitness techniques
2. Assist commanders in developing programs
3. Train other NCOs in proper height/weight and body composition standards
What FM covers Army Physical Readiness Training? Answer - FM 7-22
How often are scales calibrated? Answer - Annually.
What does excessive body fat do to a Soldier? Answer - 1. Connotes a lack of
personal discipline
2. Detracts from military appearance
3. May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness and stamina
How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9? Answer - Every 6 months
at a minimum
What is the only authorized method of measuring body fat IAW AR 600-9?
Answer - Circumference-based tape method
Does the commander have the authority to direct a body fat assessment on
any Soldier? Answer - Yes. If they determine that the Soldier does not present
a Soldierly appearance, regardless of whether or not the Soldier exceeds the
screening table weight for his or her measured height.
100% CORRECT.
What is the regulation that governs the ABCP? Answer - AR 600-9
What is the primary objective of the ABCP? Answer - To ensure all Soldiers
achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all conditions.
What are the secondary objectives of the ABCP? Answer - 1. Operational
Readiness
2. Physical Fitness
3. Health
4. A professional military appearance in accordance with AR 670-1
What are the commander's responsibilities in the ABCP? Answer - 1.
Implement the ABCP
2. Ensure continued evaluation of all Soldiers under their command
3. Review monthly suspension of favorable action management reports
4. Forward complete ABCP file to gaining unit on each Soldier who conducts a
PCS and is flagged for non-compliance
What are the healthcare personnel's responsibilities in the ABCP? Answer - 1.
Assist commanders and supervisors
2. Identify pathological conditions
, 3. Evaluate Soldiers exceeding the screening weight standard
Who handles changes to ABCP policy? Answer - DCS-G1
What are the Unit Fitness NCO / MFT's responsibilities? Answer - 1. Prescribe
proper exercise and fitness techniques
2. Assist commanders in developing programs
3. Train other NCOs in proper height/weight and body composition standards
What FM covers Army Physical Readiness Training? Answer - FM 7-22
How often are scales calibrated? Answer - Annually.
What does excessive body fat do to a Soldier? Answer - 1. Connotes a lack of
personal discipline
2. Detracts from military appearance
3. May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness and stamina
How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9? Answer - Every 6 months
at a minimum
What is the only authorized method of measuring body fat IAW AR 600-9?
Answer - Circumference-based tape method
Does the commander have the authority to direct a body fat assessment on
any Soldier? Answer - Yes. If they determine that the Soldier does not present
a Soldierly appearance, regardless of whether or not the Soldier exceeds the
screening table weight for his or her measured height.
