AOC IQT FUNDAMENTALS EXAM 2025/2026 | MILITARY
OPERATIONS| 120 VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. How does the Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS) support
the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operations?
It provides the ACE commander with the ability to monitor and
influence Marine aviation operations.
It serves as a communication link between ground forces and naval
units.
It focuses solely on the logistics of Marine aviation.
It is responsible for training Marine pilots.
2. How does the NALE support the Joint Force Air Component Commander
(JFACC)?
By interpreting the maritime situation for the JFACC.
By providing logistical support to naval forces.
By coordinating ground troop movements.
By managing air traffic control.
3. What are the three levels of Joint Force Commanders (JFCs)?
1. UCC, 2. JTF, 3. Coalition
1. JTF, 2. Sub UCC, 3. Alliance
1. UCC, 2. Sub UCC, 3. JTF
1. UCC, 2. Coalition, 3. Sub UCC
,4. Describe the differences between the three types of multinational
operation organizational structures.
The parallel structure involves multiple nations working
independently, the lead nation structure has equal command, and
the integrated structure is a temporary coalition.
The parallel structure is for peacekeeping, the lead nation structure
is for combat, and the integrated structure is for humanitarian
missions.
The parallel structure is a unified command, the lead nation
structure is a coalition, and the integrated structure is a joint task
force.
The parallel structure has no unity of command, the lead nation
structure designates one nation to lead, and the integrated
structure combines forces under a single command.
5. Who concentrates on the execution of the current ATO/ATO NEW and ACO
(e.g., 24 hour execution period of the ATO)?
Combat Operations Division (COD)
Air Mobility Division (AMD
Combat Plans Division (CPD)
Strategy Division (SD)
6. In a scenario where a military campaign is failing to meet its strategic
objectives, what role does the operational level of war play in addressing
this issue?
It focuses on improving logistics and supply chains.
It increases the number of tactical units deployed.
, It withdraws forces to avoid further losses.
It reassesses and adjusts operational objectives to better align
with strategic goals.
7. Describe the significance of Joint Planning in the context of Joint Air
Operations.
Joint Planning is primarily concerned with the financial aspects of
military operations.
Joint Planning focuses solely on the logistics of air operations
without considering joint forces.
Joint Planning is crucial as it ensures that all branches of the
military coordinate their efforts effectively to achieve common
objectives.
Joint Planning is only relevant for multinational operations and does
not apply to domestic military actions.
8. Describe the components that make up the Marine Air Ground Task Force
(MAGTF) and their roles.
The MAGTF is primarily focused on naval operations and does not
include ground forces.
The MAGTF consists of combined arms forces for aviation, ground,
and logistics.
The MAGTF operates independently of other military organizations.
The MAGTF is a coalition of different military branches without a
unified command structure.
9. In a scenario where a multinational coalition is conducting air operations,
how would the JPPA assist in achieving operational objectives?
, By focusing exclusively on ground support rather than air superiority.
By providing a structured framework for joint air planning that
aligns the efforts of different nations' air forces.
By limiting the scope of air operations to only one nation's
capabilities.
By establishing a separate command for each nation's air force.
10. Describe the main purpose of a coalition in military operations compared
to an alliance.
A coalition is a permanent structure, while an alliance is temporary.
A coalition involves only military forces, while an alliance includes
civilian organizations.
A coalition focuses on economic cooperation, while an alliance
focuses on military strategies.
A coalition is formed to address a specific issue, while an alliance
is a formal agreement for broader, long-term goals.
11. The ______ is the JFACC's plan for integrating and coordinating joint air
operations and encompasses air capabilities and forces supported by, and
in support of, other joint force components.
Airspace Control Order (ACO)
Air Tasking Order (ATO)
Area Air Defense Plan (AADP)
Joint Air Operations Plan (JAOP)
12. If a military operation requires enhanced communication capabilities, how
might the Space Coordinating Authority (SCA) be involved?
OPERATIONS| 120 VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. How does the Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS) support
the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operations?
It provides the ACE commander with the ability to monitor and
influence Marine aviation operations.
It serves as a communication link between ground forces and naval
units.
It focuses solely on the logistics of Marine aviation.
It is responsible for training Marine pilots.
2. How does the NALE support the Joint Force Air Component Commander
(JFACC)?
By interpreting the maritime situation for the JFACC.
By providing logistical support to naval forces.
By coordinating ground troop movements.
By managing air traffic control.
3. What are the three levels of Joint Force Commanders (JFCs)?
1. UCC, 2. JTF, 3. Coalition
1. JTF, 2. Sub UCC, 3. Alliance
1. UCC, 2. Sub UCC, 3. JTF
1. UCC, 2. Coalition, 3. Sub UCC
,4. Describe the differences between the three types of multinational
operation organizational structures.
The parallel structure involves multiple nations working
independently, the lead nation structure has equal command, and
the integrated structure is a temporary coalition.
The parallel structure is for peacekeeping, the lead nation structure
is for combat, and the integrated structure is for humanitarian
missions.
The parallel structure is a unified command, the lead nation
structure is a coalition, and the integrated structure is a joint task
force.
The parallel structure has no unity of command, the lead nation
structure designates one nation to lead, and the integrated
structure combines forces under a single command.
5. Who concentrates on the execution of the current ATO/ATO NEW and ACO
(e.g., 24 hour execution period of the ATO)?
Combat Operations Division (COD)
Air Mobility Division (AMD
Combat Plans Division (CPD)
Strategy Division (SD)
6. In a scenario where a military campaign is failing to meet its strategic
objectives, what role does the operational level of war play in addressing
this issue?
It focuses on improving logistics and supply chains.
It increases the number of tactical units deployed.
, It withdraws forces to avoid further losses.
It reassesses and adjusts operational objectives to better align
with strategic goals.
7. Describe the significance of Joint Planning in the context of Joint Air
Operations.
Joint Planning is primarily concerned with the financial aspects of
military operations.
Joint Planning focuses solely on the logistics of air operations
without considering joint forces.
Joint Planning is crucial as it ensures that all branches of the
military coordinate their efforts effectively to achieve common
objectives.
Joint Planning is only relevant for multinational operations and does
not apply to domestic military actions.
8. Describe the components that make up the Marine Air Ground Task Force
(MAGTF) and their roles.
The MAGTF is primarily focused on naval operations and does not
include ground forces.
The MAGTF consists of combined arms forces for aviation, ground,
and logistics.
The MAGTF operates independently of other military organizations.
The MAGTF is a coalition of different military branches without a
unified command structure.
9. In a scenario where a multinational coalition is conducting air operations,
how would the JPPA assist in achieving operational objectives?
, By focusing exclusively on ground support rather than air superiority.
By providing a structured framework for joint air planning that
aligns the efforts of different nations' air forces.
By limiting the scope of air operations to only one nation's
capabilities.
By establishing a separate command for each nation's air force.
10. Describe the main purpose of a coalition in military operations compared
to an alliance.
A coalition is a permanent structure, while an alliance is temporary.
A coalition involves only military forces, while an alliance includes
civilian organizations.
A coalition focuses on economic cooperation, while an alliance
focuses on military strategies.
A coalition is formed to address a specific issue, while an alliance
is a formal agreement for broader, long-term goals.
11. The ______ is the JFACC's plan for integrating and coordinating joint air
operations and encompasses air capabilities and forces supported by, and
in support of, other joint force components.
Airspace Control Order (ACO)
Air Tasking Order (ATO)
Area Air Defense Plan (AADP)
Joint Air Operations Plan (JAOP)
12. If a military operation requires enhanced communication capabilities, how
might the Space Coordinating Authority (SCA) be involved?
