DEFENSE BASIC PRESERVATION AND PACKING
ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Which cushioning material is most appropriate for an item that
requires heavy-duty cushioning or light-duty blocking-and-bracing?
Answer: closed cell foam
◉ Which image shows lumber and plywood as blocking-and-bracing
Answer: one with a whole
◉ You built wooden block-and-bracing structures for an item but still
need to add stability. What is the solution shown here? Answer: metal
bracket
◉ Which image shows foam-in-place blocking-and-bracing? Answer:
black tube
◉ You're packaging several small, sturdy, lightweight items in one box,
What is the most cost-effective method for keeping them separated and
protected? Answer: fiberboard partitions
, ◉ This type of item can withstand significant impact without damage, so
it is often blocked and braced, but may not need cushioning. Answer:
rugged
◉ You're attempting to pack a large, awkward item that would be much
easier to ship if it was partially disassembled. Which action should you
take? Answer: Get permission from the proper authority to disassemble
the item
◉ Which cushioning method is used for sensitive electronics shipped in
racks or transport cases? Answer: suspension/shock mounts
◉ Which cushioning method is often used for consumer electronic items
when a full floated package is not cost-effective? Answer: side pads
◉ Which marking identifies the military shipment label (MSL)?
Answer: C
◉ Which publication provides general standards for outer container
markings? Answer: MIL-STD-129
◉ Which marking is NOT included on the outer container label?
Answer: item nomenclature
ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Which cushioning material is most appropriate for an item that
requires heavy-duty cushioning or light-duty blocking-and-bracing?
Answer: closed cell foam
◉ Which image shows lumber and plywood as blocking-and-bracing
Answer: one with a whole
◉ You built wooden block-and-bracing structures for an item but still
need to add stability. What is the solution shown here? Answer: metal
bracket
◉ Which image shows foam-in-place blocking-and-bracing? Answer:
black tube
◉ You're packaging several small, sturdy, lightweight items in one box,
What is the most cost-effective method for keeping them separated and
protected? Answer: fiberboard partitions
, ◉ This type of item can withstand significant impact without damage, so
it is often blocked and braced, but may not need cushioning. Answer:
rugged
◉ You're attempting to pack a large, awkward item that would be much
easier to ship if it was partially disassembled. Which action should you
take? Answer: Get permission from the proper authority to disassemble
the item
◉ Which cushioning method is used for sensitive electronics shipped in
racks or transport cases? Answer: suspension/shock mounts
◉ Which cushioning method is often used for consumer electronic items
when a full floated package is not cost-effective? Answer: side pads
◉ Which marking identifies the military shipment label (MSL)?
Answer: C
◉ Which publication provides general standards for outer container
markings? Answer: MIL-STD-129
◉ Which marking is NOT included on the outer container label?
Answer: item nomenclature
