STUDY GUIDE FOR ARMY EXPERT SOLDIER BADGE
SKILLS
Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A test that includes push-
ups, sit-ups, and a 2-mile run, with specific scoring and standards.
Push-ups - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A physical exercise performed to assess upper body
strength as part of the APFT.
Sit-ups - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A physical exercise performed to assess core strength
as part of the APFT.
2-mile run - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A timed run that is part of the APFT, assessing
cardiovascular endurance.
Land Navigation - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The skill of navigating terrain using a
compass and map, including finding grid coordinates.
Compass and map reading - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The ability to interpret maps and
use a compass for navigation.
Finding grid coordinates - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The process of identifying specific
locations on a map using grid references.
Weapons Proficiency - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The skills required to effectively use and
handle military weapons.
M4 Carbine - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A standard issue rifle used by the Army, requiring
proficiency in handling and maintenance.
SKILLS
Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A test that includes push-
ups, sit-ups, and a 2-mile run, with specific scoring and standards.
Push-ups - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A physical exercise performed to assess upper body
strength as part of the APFT.
Sit-ups - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A physical exercise performed to assess core strength
as part of the APFT.
2-mile run - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A timed run that is part of the APFT, assessing
cardiovascular endurance.
Land Navigation - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The skill of navigating terrain using a
compass and map, including finding grid coordinates.
Compass and map reading - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The ability to interpret maps and
use a compass for navigation.
Finding grid coordinates - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The process of identifying specific
locations on a map using grid references.
Weapons Proficiency - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The skills required to effectively use and
handle military weapons.
M4 Carbine - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A standard issue rifle used by the Army, requiring
proficiency in handling and maintenance.