MLC SAE3 EXAM STUDY GUIDE

Mission Command - Philosophy - Answer-Exercise of authority ad direction by the commander using mission orders to enable disciplined initiative within the commander's intent to empower agile adaptive leaders in the conduct of unified land operations. 6 Principles of Mission Command Philosophy - Answer-1. Build cohesive teams through mutual trust 2. Create shared understanding 3. provide a clear commander's intent 4. Exercise disciplined initiative 5. Use mission orders 6. Accept prudent risk Principle of Mission Command - Answer-The principles of Mission command assist commanders and staff in blending the art of command and the science of control Mission Command - Warfighting Function - Answer-The related tasks and systems that develop and integrate those activities enabling a commander to balance the art of command and the science of control in order to integrate the other Warfighting functins. Art of Command - Answer-the creative and skillful exercise of authority through timely decision making and leadership. Authority - Answer-the delegated power to judge, act or command. Science of Control - Answer-consists of systems and procedures used to improve the commander's understanding and support accomplishing missions. Decision making - Answer-knowing if when and what to decide and understanding the consequences of decisionmaling. What 4 elements comprise the Science of Control - Answer-1. Information - any information element the commander and staff require to successfully conduct operations 2. Communication - communication links information to decisions, and decisions to action 3. Structure - Organizational structure helps commanders exercise control 4. Degree of Control - a key aspect of mission command is determining the appropriate degree of co