NCOA FINAL EXAM ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
RATED A+
✔✔During an NCOIC meeting, TSgt Izar discusses an idea to reduce the level of armor
on the section's
HUMVEE's. TSgt Nelson cuts Izar off and says, "That's a horrible suggestion, I was shot
at twice last
week! I know this is your first deployment..." TSgt Richardson interjects, "Nelson, don't
discount
Izar's idea before hearing her out. We're a team and are owed the courtesy of being not
only heard,
but listened to. Her idea would increase the fuel efficiency and not put strain on the
engine, which
will reduce breakdowns." TSgt Izar states, "Yesterday, I learned about a new type of
armor that is
lighter and cost efficient, but is stronger than what we have now."
Because TSgt Richardson ________ she will MOST LIKELY _____ NCO effectiveness.
a. understands respect in the POA; increase
b. misunderstands respect in the POA; decrease
c. understands Excellence in All We Do; increase
d. misunderstands Excellence in All We Do; - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: a
RATIONALE:
a. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, respect in the POA goes beyond
professional
courtesy. It means accepting others for who they are, embracing a heightened
personal sense of humility and fostering an environment of inclusiveness in which every
Airman is able and eager to offer their skills, abilities and ideas. It means treating the
equipment and resources in your possession with care, understanding and embracing
the power of diversity and holding those who mistreat others accountable. More than
anything, you must respect the humbling mission placed in your hands by the American
people, and the impact our weapons and our actions can have around the globe. In the
scenario, TSgt Richardson discusses respect in the POA when she says, "Nelson, don't
discount Izar's idea before hearing her out. We're a team and are owed the courtesy of
being not only heard, but listened to. Her idea would increase the fuel efficiency and not
put strain on the engine, which will reduce breakdowns." Richardson is holding Nelson
accountable for not fully listening to Izar's idea. She describes Izar's perspective as
worthy
and beneficial to the team and the overall mission.
b. INCORRECT: TSgt Richardson effectively discusses respect in the POA. Therefore,
she understands
the concept. See rationale 'a' for correct response.
c. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Excellence In All We Do does
not mean
that we demand perfection in everything from everyone. Instead, this value directs us to
continuously advance our craft and increase our knowledge as Airmen. This core value
,includes mission, discipline, and teamwork. While TSgt Richardson says, "We're a team
and
are owed the courtesy of being...", there is not enough information in the scenario to
know
if TSgt Richardson understands or misunders
✔✔TSgt Goodgame is giving the pre-deployment brief when he says, "This is the
resolve to get yourself
through tough times. Your willpower and ability to remain focused during adversities is
crucial for
yourself and your team. If you find yourself or others losing direction, there are multiple
resources
to get you back on track." SSgt Rosemond follows up with, "As professionals getting
ready to deploy,
you're putting the service before yourself. But make sure that you're taking care of your
family as well."
This scenario BEST identifies _____________
a. the Profession of Arms
b. the Core Values
c. Warrior Ethos - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: c
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, The POA is a unique profession
whose
customer base spans the Nation and even globally. A profession must include a body of
theory and specialized knowledge, a public service orientation, and a distinct
subculture.
The purpose of any profession is to serve society by effectively delivering a necessary
and
useful service. For an occupation to be a profession, it must contain an element of
selflessness,
a sense that one's personal actions serve the greater good. In the scenario, TSgt
Goodgame may have an understanding of the POA, but this is not the best concept
identified
in the scenario. See rationale 'c' for correct response for additional information.
b. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, the core values are those
institutional
values and principles of conduct that provide the moral framework within which military
activities take place. SSgt Rosemond does mention "As professionals getting ready to
deploy,
you're putting the service before yourself..." However, there is not enough information in
the scenario to know if TSgt Goodgame was referring to the core values in the briefing.
See
rationale 'c' for correct response for additional information.
c. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Warrior Ethos is the tenacity to
push
,through self-discipline, self control, hardiness of spirit despite physical, and mental
hardships,
moral and physical courage. In the scenario TSgt Goodgame's comments reflect
Warrior Ethos.
✔✔SSgt Gagnon is a supply management supervisor who wants to be the best she can
be as an Airman
and a professional. She values training and enhancement opportunities and makes an
effort to acquire
higher education. She also wants to ensure the growth of her Airmen, so she makes
time to sit down
with each one of them to provide clear guidance and expectations. She does not
hesitate to correct
substandard behaviors or recognize Airmen who exceed the standards. The result of
Gagnon's actions
has played an instrumental part in her work center receiving top Group level awards.
This scenario BEST illustrates___________ and its impact of mission effectiveness.
a. Service before Self
b. Progressive Professionalism (P2)
c. Warrior Ethos - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: b
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, "Service Before Self" of the Air
Force Core
Values represents an abiding dedication to the age-old military virtue of selfless
dedication
to duty at all times and under all circumstances placing one's life at risk. There are some
characteristics of this in Gagnon, but there is stronger evidence of P2 being promoted in
the
scenario. See rationale for 'b' correct response for additional information.
b. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Progressive Professionalism (P2)
is the
concept of improving oneself on the professional continuum through education, training,
ethical behavior, and being morally balanced. The foundation of P2 is the DDR, a
methodology
of providing Airmen with direction, discipline and recognition as required. Tate
is promoting that by taking the effort necessary to improve herself on the professional
continuum and providing direction, discipline and recognition for her Airmen as required.
This will have a positive impact on mission effectiveness.
c. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Warrior Ethos is a tenacious
mentality
ignited by a hardiness of spirit and courage that, when internalized, becomes the driving
force that allows us to overcome all hardships with honor. There maybe some of these
characteristics
in Gagnon, but there is stronger evidence of P2 being promoted in the scenario.
See rationale for 'b' correct response for additional information.
, ✔✔TSgt Oddo is the NCOIC of night shift in the maintenance section. He was chosen
because of his extensive
knowledge and experience, as well as his ability to influence others. He continually
emphasizes
the importance of upholding standards and ensuring the job gets done right. He is well
liked by all the
Airmen, and they all look up to him. One evening, SrA Abella approached him and
informed him that
he couldn't finish a job because the only torque wrench they have is overdue for
calibration. Oddo
thought about it for a little while and instructed Abella to use it anyway. He justified it by
saying that
it's just one day overdue, what could possibly be off in one day.
The actions of TSgt Oddo ________________ and will MOST LIKELY result in
_______________________.
a. summarizes Direction, Discipline, and Recognition; decreased mission effectiveness
b. supports Resiliency; increasing his subordinate's effectiveness
c. v - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: c
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Direction, Discipline, and
Recognition are
considered the foundation of Progressive Professionalism. As Airmen, we must
maintain
a high degree of professionalism throughout our careers. Although there may be doubts
about Oddo's professionalism, this scenario is more about the violation of AF Core
Values
and negative effects to mission accomplishment. See rationale 'c' for correct response
for
additional information.
b. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, resiliency is one's ability to
withstand,
recover and grow in the face of stressors and changing demands. In the scenario, Oddo
was
not faced with a stressor or changing demand, but faced with rule following. He violated
the
AF Core Values and directed the Airman to use the overdue torque wrench. See
rationale 'c'
for correct response for additional information.
c. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Air Force Core Values are said to
be our
inner voice; the voice of self-control and the basis for the trust imperative in today's
military.
These institutional values and principles of conduct provide the moral framework
within which military activities take place. By instructing the use of the overdue torque
wrench, Oddo is violating the AF Core Values and negatively impacting mission
effectiveness.
RATED A+
✔✔During an NCOIC meeting, TSgt Izar discusses an idea to reduce the level of armor
on the section's
HUMVEE's. TSgt Nelson cuts Izar off and says, "That's a horrible suggestion, I was shot
at twice last
week! I know this is your first deployment..." TSgt Richardson interjects, "Nelson, don't
discount
Izar's idea before hearing her out. We're a team and are owed the courtesy of being not
only heard,
but listened to. Her idea would increase the fuel efficiency and not put strain on the
engine, which
will reduce breakdowns." TSgt Izar states, "Yesterday, I learned about a new type of
armor that is
lighter and cost efficient, but is stronger than what we have now."
Because TSgt Richardson ________ she will MOST LIKELY _____ NCO effectiveness.
a. understands respect in the POA; increase
b. misunderstands respect in the POA; decrease
c. understands Excellence in All We Do; increase
d. misunderstands Excellence in All We Do; - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: a
RATIONALE:
a. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, respect in the POA goes beyond
professional
courtesy. It means accepting others for who they are, embracing a heightened
personal sense of humility and fostering an environment of inclusiveness in which every
Airman is able and eager to offer their skills, abilities and ideas. It means treating the
equipment and resources in your possession with care, understanding and embracing
the power of diversity and holding those who mistreat others accountable. More than
anything, you must respect the humbling mission placed in your hands by the American
people, and the impact our weapons and our actions can have around the globe. In the
scenario, TSgt Richardson discusses respect in the POA when she says, "Nelson, don't
discount Izar's idea before hearing her out. We're a team and are owed the courtesy of
being not only heard, but listened to. Her idea would increase the fuel efficiency and not
put strain on the engine, which will reduce breakdowns." Richardson is holding Nelson
accountable for not fully listening to Izar's idea. She describes Izar's perspective as
worthy
and beneficial to the team and the overall mission.
b. INCORRECT: TSgt Richardson effectively discusses respect in the POA. Therefore,
she understands
the concept. See rationale 'a' for correct response.
c. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Excellence In All We Do does
not mean
that we demand perfection in everything from everyone. Instead, this value directs us to
continuously advance our craft and increase our knowledge as Airmen. This core value
,includes mission, discipline, and teamwork. While TSgt Richardson says, "We're a team
and
are owed the courtesy of being...", there is not enough information in the scenario to
know
if TSgt Richardson understands or misunders
✔✔TSgt Goodgame is giving the pre-deployment brief when he says, "This is the
resolve to get yourself
through tough times. Your willpower and ability to remain focused during adversities is
crucial for
yourself and your team. If you find yourself or others losing direction, there are multiple
resources
to get you back on track." SSgt Rosemond follows up with, "As professionals getting
ready to deploy,
you're putting the service before yourself. But make sure that you're taking care of your
family as well."
This scenario BEST identifies _____________
a. the Profession of Arms
b. the Core Values
c. Warrior Ethos - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: c
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, The POA is a unique profession
whose
customer base spans the Nation and even globally. A profession must include a body of
theory and specialized knowledge, a public service orientation, and a distinct
subculture.
The purpose of any profession is to serve society by effectively delivering a necessary
and
useful service. For an occupation to be a profession, it must contain an element of
selflessness,
a sense that one's personal actions serve the greater good. In the scenario, TSgt
Goodgame may have an understanding of the POA, but this is not the best concept
identified
in the scenario. See rationale 'c' for correct response for additional information.
b. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, the core values are those
institutional
values and principles of conduct that provide the moral framework within which military
activities take place. SSgt Rosemond does mention "As professionals getting ready to
deploy,
you're putting the service before yourself..." However, there is not enough information in
the scenario to know if TSgt Goodgame was referring to the core values in the briefing.
See
rationale 'c' for correct response for additional information.
c. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Warrior Ethos is the tenacity to
push
,through self-discipline, self control, hardiness of spirit despite physical, and mental
hardships,
moral and physical courage. In the scenario TSgt Goodgame's comments reflect
Warrior Ethos.
✔✔SSgt Gagnon is a supply management supervisor who wants to be the best she can
be as an Airman
and a professional. She values training and enhancement opportunities and makes an
effort to acquire
higher education. She also wants to ensure the growth of her Airmen, so she makes
time to sit down
with each one of them to provide clear guidance and expectations. She does not
hesitate to correct
substandard behaviors or recognize Airmen who exceed the standards. The result of
Gagnon's actions
has played an instrumental part in her work center receiving top Group level awards.
This scenario BEST illustrates___________ and its impact of mission effectiveness.
a. Service before Self
b. Progressive Professionalism (P2)
c. Warrior Ethos - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: b
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, "Service Before Self" of the Air
Force Core
Values represents an abiding dedication to the age-old military virtue of selfless
dedication
to duty at all times and under all circumstances placing one's life at risk. There are some
characteristics of this in Gagnon, but there is stronger evidence of P2 being promoted in
the
scenario. See rationale for 'b' correct response for additional information.
b. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Progressive Professionalism (P2)
is the
concept of improving oneself on the professional continuum through education, training,
ethical behavior, and being morally balanced. The foundation of P2 is the DDR, a
methodology
of providing Airmen with direction, discipline and recognition as required. Tate
is promoting that by taking the effort necessary to improve herself on the professional
continuum and providing direction, discipline and recognition for her Airmen as required.
This will have a positive impact on mission effectiveness.
c. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Warrior Ethos is a tenacious
mentality
ignited by a hardiness of spirit and courage that, when internalized, becomes the driving
force that allows us to overcome all hardships with honor. There maybe some of these
characteristics
in Gagnon, but there is stronger evidence of P2 being promoted in the scenario.
See rationale for 'b' correct response for additional information.
, ✔✔TSgt Oddo is the NCOIC of night shift in the maintenance section. He was chosen
because of his extensive
knowledge and experience, as well as his ability to influence others. He continually
emphasizes
the importance of upholding standards and ensuring the job gets done right. He is well
liked by all the
Airmen, and they all look up to him. One evening, SrA Abella approached him and
informed him that
he couldn't finish a job because the only torque wrench they have is overdue for
calibration. Oddo
thought about it for a little while and instructed Abella to use it anyway. He justified it by
saying that
it's just one day overdue, what could possibly be off in one day.
The actions of TSgt Oddo ________________ and will MOST LIKELY result in
_______________________.
a. summarizes Direction, Discipline, and Recognition; decreased mission effectiveness
b. supports Resiliency; increasing his subordinate's effectiveness
c. v - ✔✔CORRECT ANSWER: c
RATIONALE:
a. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Direction, Discipline, and
Recognition are
considered the foundation of Progressive Professionalism. As Airmen, we must
maintain
a high degree of professionalism throughout our careers. Although there may be doubts
about Oddo's professionalism, this scenario is more about the violation of AF Core
Values
and negative effects to mission accomplishment. See rationale 'c' for correct response
for
additional information.
b. INCORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, resiliency is one's ability to
withstand,
recover and grow in the face of stressors and changing demands. In the scenario, Oddo
was
not faced with a stressor or changing demand, but faced with rule following. He violated
the
AF Core Values and directed the Airman to use the overdue torque wrench. See
rationale 'c'
for correct response for additional information.
c. CORRECT: According to the Airmanship chapter, Air Force Core Values are said to
be our
inner voice; the voice of self-control and the basis for the trust imperative in today's
military.
These institutional values and principles of conduct provide the moral framework
within which military activities take place. By instructing the use of the overdue torque
wrench, Oddo is violating the AF Core Values and negatively impacting mission
effectiveness.
