EXW Common Core 106 Exam 2025
Questions and Answers
106.1 Describe the following in regards to dug-in emplacements
a. Survivability Operations
b. Individual Fighting Positions
c. Crew Served Fighting Positions
d. Vehicle Fighting Positions - ANS a. Survivability Operations: Those military activities that
alter the physical environment to provide or improve cover, concealment, and camouflage.
Although survivability encompasses capabilities of military forces both while on the move and
when stationary, survivability operations focus more on stationary capabilities- constructing
fighting and protective positions and hardening facilities. In the case of camouflage and
concealment, however, survivability operations include both stationary and on the move
capabilities
b. Individual Fighting Positions: Protect one or more dismounted soldiers/marines armed with
individual weapons- while supporting their ability to engage the enemy from their position.
Generally constructed in the defense in generally rural areas. The positions should be planned
and designed so that they are concealed, mutually supporting, and have interlocking fields of
fire in all directions
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,c. Crew Served Fighting Position: Like individual positions, crew-served weapons positions are
also classified as hasty and deliberate. The same principles apply to crew-served, although
minor changes include dimensions of the position to facilitate effective use of the weapon.
d. Vehicle Fighting Position: Vehicles use the natural cover and concealment in hide positions to
increase survivability. Berms (thickness of at least 8 feet) and revetments positioned at the
front of or around major weapons systems will provide improved protection from direct dire
and from last and fragments of in-direct fire.
106.2 Explain the general rules of camouflage and how they apply - ANS Using natural
conditions and materials is the first priority for camouflage and concealment, but using
manmade materials can greatly enhance cover and concealment efforts.
Selected camouflage and concealment techniques should capitalize on terrain features that are
favorable to the defender and on the short time available to attacking aircrews for target
acquisition. Use artificial and natural means to camouflage the asset.
106.3 Utilizing BAMCIS, describe the planning process for issuing a five-paragraph order -
ANS The receipt of a mission triggers the BAMCIS cycle
1. Begin Planning: Leader issues WARNORD for subordinates to execute. The leader will then
conduct a detailed analysis, which we call the tactical thought process. At the end pf this step,
there should be an initial plan intended for execution, pending any answers to questions
derived from the tactical thought process.
2. Arrange for Reconnaissance:
The commander must determine the most effective means of available reconnaissance.
Frequently, this is a physical reconnaissance in which the commander visits the ground on
which he will fight. Second, the commander must determine his priority for reconnaissance , or
what he will try to fulfill the information gaps. Finally, the leader must determine which
subordinate leaders will accompany them during the collection of information.
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, 3. Make Reconnaissance: The commander now acts to answer his questions and validate any
assumptions based on his priorities of reconnaissance and the time available. Every effort must
be made to conduct a physical reconnaissance of the enemy. The reconnaissance is only
successful if it answers those questions needed to successfully accomplish the mission.
4. Complete the Plan: The unit leader must now take the information gained during the
reconnaissance and validate his initial plan made during "Begin Planning" phase. This is done by
connecting the tactical thought process again, now armed with the answers to previous
questions. Make sure you update the METT-TC.
5. Issue the order: The leaders verbally communicate their analysis and scheme of maneuver
using proper order-issuing techniques. Without coherent communication, the leader's decisions
will never successfully be turned into action.
6. Supervise: Leader ensures compliance with the details of his plan until the mission is ac
106.4 Explain the procedures for basic land navigation using a map, lensatic compass, and
associated equipment - ANS The lensatic compass: The best method of finding direction,
during both day and night, is with a compass. The standard compass for general use is the
pivot-mounted lensatic compass, so called because the azimuths are read through a magnifying
eyepiece. The meter graphic scale on the side of the compass is 1:50,000 (the scale most used
in military mapping)
Reading an azimuth: To read an azimuth to any point, the cover of the compass is raised to an
angle of 90 degrees in relation to the index face, and the eyepiece is lifted to a 45 degree angle
in relation to the bezel, or so the numbers on the dial can be seen. The reading is taken through
the lens of the eyepiece (this is reading the magnetic azimuth of the line from the observer to
the point)
Reading a Back Azimuth: A back azimuth is the direction opposite of the line of sight. If the
azimuth is LESS than 180 degrees, add 180 degrees; if the azimuth is MORE than 180 degrees,
subtract 180 degrees. Back azimuths are used to determine a return route or to a resection to
determine a current position.
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Questions and Answers
106.1 Describe the following in regards to dug-in emplacements
a. Survivability Operations
b. Individual Fighting Positions
c. Crew Served Fighting Positions
d. Vehicle Fighting Positions - ANS a. Survivability Operations: Those military activities that
alter the physical environment to provide or improve cover, concealment, and camouflage.
Although survivability encompasses capabilities of military forces both while on the move and
when stationary, survivability operations focus more on stationary capabilities- constructing
fighting and protective positions and hardening facilities. In the case of camouflage and
concealment, however, survivability operations include both stationary and on the move
capabilities
b. Individual Fighting Positions: Protect one or more dismounted soldiers/marines armed with
individual weapons- while supporting their ability to engage the enemy from their position.
Generally constructed in the defense in generally rural areas. The positions should be planned
and designed so that they are concealed, mutually supporting, and have interlocking fields of
fire in all directions
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,c. Crew Served Fighting Position: Like individual positions, crew-served weapons positions are
also classified as hasty and deliberate. The same principles apply to crew-served, although
minor changes include dimensions of the position to facilitate effective use of the weapon.
d. Vehicle Fighting Position: Vehicles use the natural cover and concealment in hide positions to
increase survivability. Berms (thickness of at least 8 feet) and revetments positioned at the
front of or around major weapons systems will provide improved protection from direct dire
and from last and fragments of in-direct fire.
106.2 Explain the general rules of camouflage and how they apply - ANS Using natural
conditions and materials is the first priority for camouflage and concealment, but using
manmade materials can greatly enhance cover and concealment efforts.
Selected camouflage and concealment techniques should capitalize on terrain features that are
favorable to the defender and on the short time available to attacking aircrews for target
acquisition. Use artificial and natural means to camouflage the asset.
106.3 Utilizing BAMCIS, describe the planning process for issuing a five-paragraph order -
ANS The receipt of a mission triggers the BAMCIS cycle
1. Begin Planning: Leader issues WARNORD for subordinates to execute. The leader will then
conduct a detailed analysis, which we call the tactical thought process. At the end pf this step,
there should be an initial plan intended for execution, pending any answers to questions
derived from the tactical thought process.
2. Arrange for Reconnaissance:
The commander must determine the most effective means of available reconnaissance.
Frequently, this is a physical reconnaissance in which the commander visits the ground on
which he will fight. Second, the commander must determine his priority for reconnaissance , or
what he will try to fulfill the information gaps. Finally, the leader must determine which
subordinate leaders will accompany them during the collection of information.
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, 3. Make Reconnaissance: The commander now acts to answer his questions and validate any
assumptions based on his priorities of reconnaissance and the time available. Every effort must
be made to conduct a physical reconnaissance of the enemy. The reconnaissance is only
successful if it answers those questions needed to successfully accomplish the mission.
4. Complete the Plan: The unit leader must now take the information gained during the
reconnaissance and validate his initial plan made during "Begin Planning" phase. This is done by
connecting the tactical thought process again, now armed with the answers to previous
questions. Make sure you update the METT-TC.
5. Issue the order: The leaders verbally communicate their analysis and scheme of maneuver
using proper order-issuing techniques. Without coherent communication, the leader's decisions
will never successfully be turned into action.
6. Supervise: Leader ensures compliance with the details of his plan until the mission is ac
106.4 Explain the procedures for basic land navigation using a map, lensatic compass, and
associated equipment - ANS The lensatic compass: The best method of finding direction,
during both day and night, is with a compass. The standard compass for general use is the
pivot-mounted lensatic compass, so called because the azimuths are read through a magnifying
eyepiece. The meter graphic scale on the side of the compass is 1:50,000 (the scale most used
in military mapping)
Reading an azimuth: To read an azimuth to any point, the cover of the compass is raised to an
angle of 90 degrees in relation to the index face, and the eyepiece is lifted to a 45 degree angle
in relation to the bezel, or so the numbers on the dial can be seen. The reading is taken through
the lens of the eyepiece (this is reading the magnetic azimuth of the line from the observer to
the point)
Reading a Back Azimuth: A back azimuth is the direction opposite of the line of sight. If the
azimuth is LESS than 180 degrees, add 180 degrees; if the azimuth is MORE than 180 degrees,
subtract 180 degrees. Back azimuths are used to determine a return route or to a resection to
determine a current position.
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