Warfighting II – Tactics Exam Questions
and Answers
Define tactics - Correct Answers -The art and science of winning engagements and
battles. It includes the use of firepower and maneuver, the integration of different arms
and the immediate exploitation of success to defeat the enemy.
Define the difference b/w probabilistic and deterministic views of combat - Correct
Answers -Deterministic view argues that combat is predictable. Among the advocates of
this view are military theorists who seek prescriptive rules for battle and analysts who
predict battle outcomes based upon force ratios. The probabilistic view is seen as a
complex phenomenon in which participants interact with one another and respond and
adapt to their environment. They see combat as unpredictable.
Apply the six tactical tenants to accomplish a mission - Correct Answers -Achieving a
decision, gaining advantage, being faster, adapting, cooperating, and exploiting success
Define the doctrinal development cycle - Correct Answers -Doctrine establishes the
fundamental beliefs of the Marine Corps on the subject of war and how we practice our
profession. The MC doctrine begins with MCDP 1 - Warfighting. The cycle: Education to
Training to Operational employment to doctrine then back to education in ONE BIG
CIRCLE
Define the difference b/w the art and science of tactics - Correct Answers -The art of
tactics lies in how we creatively form and apply military force in a given situation. It
involves the creation, positioning, and maneuver of combat power. The science of
tactics lies in the technical application of combat power. It includes mastering the
techniques and procedures that contribute to the development of warfighting skills such
as marksmanship, navigation, gunnery, and close air support
and Answers
Define tactics - Correct Answers -The art and science of winning engagements and
battles. It includes the use of firepower and maneuver, the integration of different arms
and the immediate exploitation of success to defeat the enemy.
Define the difference b/w probabilistic and deterministic views of combat - Correct
Answers -Deterministic view argues that combat is predictable. Among the advocates of
this view are military theorists who seek prescriptive rules for battle and analysts who
predict battle outcomes based upon force ratios. The probabilistic view is seen as a
complex phenomenon in which participants interact with one another and respond and
adapt to their environment. They see combat as unpredictable.
Apply the six tactical tenants to accomplish a mission - Correct Answers -Achieving a
decision, gaining advantage, being faster, adapting, cooperating, and exploiting success
Define the doctrinal development cycle - Correct Answers -Doctrine establishes the
fundamental beliefs of the Marine Corps on the subject of war and how we practice our
profession. The MC doctrine begins with MCDP 1 - Warfighting. The cycle: Education to
Training to Operational employment to doctrine then back to education in ONE BIG
CIRCLE
Define the difference b/w the art and science of tactics - Correct Answers -The art of
tactics lies in how we creatively form and apply military force in a given situation. It
involves the creation, positioning, and maneuver of combat power. The science of
tactics lies in the technical application of combat power. It includes mastering the
techniques and procedures that contribute to the development of warfighting skills such
as marksmanship, navigation, gunnery, and close air support
