DEP PQS Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
Mission of the Navy - Correct answer-Maintain, trail, and equip combat-ready
naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining
freedom of the seas
11 general orders - Correct answer-1) to take charge of this post and all
government property in view
2) To walk my post in military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing
everything that takes place within sight or hearing
3) To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce
4) To repeat all calls from post more distant from the Guardhouse than my own
5) To quit my post only when properly relieved
6)To recieve, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the
Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers
and Petty Officers of the Watch only.
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, 7) To talk to no one except in the line of duty
8) To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder
9) To call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions
10) to salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased
11) To be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, to
challenge any persons on or near my post, and no allow no one to pass without
proper authority.
Sailors Creed - Correct answer-I am a United States sailor
I will support and defend the constitution of the United States of America and I
will obey the orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the navy and those who have gone before me to
defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country navy combat team with honor courage and
commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
RTC maxim - Correct answer-I will not lie cheat or steal nor tolerate those among
us who do
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Answers
Mission of the Navy - Correct answer-Maintain, trail, and equip combat-ready
naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining
freedom of the seas
11 general orders - Correct answer-1) to take charge of this post and all
government property in view
2) To walk my post in military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing
everything that takes place within sight or hearing
3) To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce
4) To repeat all calls from post more distant from the Guardhouse than my own
5) To quit my post only when properly relieved
6)To recieve, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the
Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers
and Petty Officers of the Watch only.
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, 7) To talk to no one except in the line of duty
8) To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder
9) To call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions
10) to salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased
11) To be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, to
challenge any persons on or near my post, and no allow no one to pass without
proper authority.
Sailors Creed - Correct answer-I am a United States sailor
I will support and defend the constitution of the United States of America and I
will obey the orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the navy and those who have gone before me to
defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country navy combat team with honor courage and
commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
RTC maxim - Correct answer-I will not lie cheat or steal nor tolerate those among
us who do
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