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  • What is the weight of the munition described as having very low collateral effects?
  • What does the term 'Cherry' refer to in LZ terminology?
  • Which phase is responsible for the initial location of potential targets in F2T2EA?
  • What is time on target (TOT) in fire support?
  • How is target movement handled in TA to maintain accuracy?
  • Which coordinate format is used to report target location data?
  • Time on Target (TOT) is defined as which of the following?
  • Which practice is essential for preventing fratricide in TA operations?
  • If you cannot confirm the target type and affiliation beyond reasonable certainty, which D3I stage is not complete?
  • The GBU-54 is best described as which combination?
  • What does the term 'Ice' refer to in LZ terminology?
  • The MK-84 is a 2000-pound bomb.
  • The MK-83 is a 1000-pound bomb.
  • Which description best captures the role of cueing sensors in unmanned systems support?
  • Which term is used as a reference number for information such as headings, altitude, and fuels?
  • In the Fix phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Which statement best describes ROE's role in TA operations?
  • Which statement distinguishes target acquisition from target designation?
  • Which aircraft has the largest payload capacity listed?
  • Which weapon is described as 1000-pound laser guided?
  • Which term would be used to request a tactical ground picture of a Named Area of Interest?
  • Which formats are commonly used to provide target location data?
  • Why is a safety briefing essential before a TA operation?
  • NOT a component of SOTACC primary targeting role?
  • Which term describes having no visual contact with the target, i.e., not seeing it?
  • Which aircraft uses the 20mm M61 Vulcan and has a 9,500 lb capacity?
  • Which statement describes how cueing supports shooters in TA?
  • In D3I, what does Detection refer to?
  • In a troops in contact situation, which actions are typically taken?
  • Which statement about a Call for Fire is true?
  • How do EO/IR sensors support nighttime target acquisition?
  • Target priority in target acquisition?
  • Which term describes the debris and material expelled by an explosion that can pose hazards to personnel and equipment?
  • Which bomb is a 1000-pound bomb?
  • The MK-82 is associated with which REDS designation?
  • Which term means two or more munitions released in quick succession?
  • How does fratricide risk mitigation influence TA procedures?
  • Which bomb is 500-pound and GPS guided?
  • In the Track phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Which term is used to describe an unpredictable defensive maneuver to defeat tracking?
  • What information is typically included in a target description?
  • Which term denotes a Cooperating aircraft?
  • How do recognition and ID criteria impact engagement decisions?
  • What is the primary role of a SOTACC cell during targeting?
  • Difference between a laser rangefinder and a laser designator?
  • Name two sensor types commonly used in target acquisition.
  • Which elements are essential in a Call for Fire (CFF) in field operations?
  • Which practice best reduces risk of misidentifying a target before engagement?
  • What is the value of a post-action debrief in SOTACC?
  • Which is the 1000-pound JDAM?
  • In bomb nose fuzing, which term describes the delay during operation after arming?
  • Which term indicates an inoperable system with cancellation by 'sweet'?
  • Which term represents the sighting of a target that is target-centric and opposite of No Joy?
  • Which two roles are listed for the AV-8B?
  • Which term describes sensor information on a stated position or acknowledgment of a specified reference point?
  • Which statement describes the primary purpose of designation with a laser in TA?
  • GBU-31 (JDAM) is a 2000-pound bomb guided by which navigation system?
  • What is the primary role of a data link in SOTACC?
  • Which modality is least affected by weather when detecting targets?
  • What is Circular Error Probable (CEP) and why is it relevant in TA?
  • What is IFF and why is it important in TA?
  • Which call indicates completion of ordnance release?
  • Which statement best describes target acquisition?
  • Which of the following is an operational imperative?
  • If a surface target is acquired and being tracked by the onboard sensor, which term applies?
  • Which term describes the sighting of a target that is independent of friendlies and focuses on the target itself?
  • Engagement Complete means?
  • Which option is NOT an operational imperative?
  • Which term refers to Starting climb for air-to-surface attack?
  • In danger close engagements, which statement is true?
  • Which factors influence wind corrections in ballistic calculations?
  • Which term means a surface target or object that has been acquired and is being tracked by the onboard sensor?
  • Which aircraft has a payload capacity of 14,000 lb?
  • Blind means?
  • Which term authorizes simulated weapons release for all mission types?
  • The MK-77 is which type?
  • Which term stands for a Request for tactical ground picture of NAI?
  • Which term denotes an immediate maximum-performance turn in the indicated direction?
  • BLU-126 is a 500-pound bomb designed for what purpose?
  • Which precision targeting pods are listed for the F-15E?
  • What guidance does JDAM use?
  • How should positive target identity be verified before engagement?
  • For the F-15E, is FAC(A) included?
  • Ripple means?
  • Which term is listed as a weapon effect that involves piercing through a target?
  • What does cueing mean in SOTACC?
  • Under CAS effects, which describes temporary degradation of the weapon system?
  • Which bomb is a 2000-pound JDAM?
  • Laser designator use and safety concern?
  • Which statement best describes Rules of Engagement (ROE) in targeting decisions?
  • Which term describes a friendly-centric sighting of friendly aircraft or ground position, opposite of Blind?
  • Which phase of F2T2EA is responsible for establishing and maintaining a target track to prevent loss?
  • Which term means Maneuver in specified direction in reference to target?
  • BLU-109 is a 2000-pound bomb of what type?
  • What is the difference between "target acquisition" and "target designation"?
  • The GBU-12 is which weight and guidance?
  • Which fin type corresponds to an Air Inflatable Retarder?
  • What factors influence wind corrections in ballistic calculations?
  • What is the purpose of deconfliction in multi-asset TA?
  • What is the purpose of the Assess phase in F2T2EA?
  • Which statement best describes target designation?
  • Which aircraft uses APG-81 radar?
  • AGM-114 Hellfire guidance options include which?
  • How should TA teams handle ambiguous cues or uncertain identifications?
  • Weaponeering is defined as which of the following?
  • Which weapon is described as 500-pound low collateral?
  • The MK-83 is associated with which REDS designation?
  • Which term is the opposite of Tally, indicating there is no visual contact with the target or bandit?
  • Which device is used to designate targets with a laser for guided munitions?
  • Which term indicates the start of using briefed radio procedures to mitigate enemy jamming?
  • The GBU-16 is which weight and guidance?
  • Rifle means?
  • Which term indicates the time an aircraft can remain on station?
  • In the Engage phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Why is time synchronization important in TA operations?
  • What communication practice most consistently reduces errors in time-pressured TA operations?
  • Which term means recording a position as a point of interest or noting a round impact such as illumination or smoke?
  • Bent means?
  • What does a well-structured 9-line CFF provide to the shooter?
  • What does Cleared Hot mean?
  • In D3I, what does Recognition refer to?
  • Why is range to target critical for munition selection?
  • Which term indicates Fuel state above bingo at which separation should begin (low fuel)?
  • Which targeting pods are listed for the F-16?
  • What does Cherubs refer to?
  • Which aircraft is described as all weather but not night attack variant?
  • Which aircraft uses Litening II as its targeting pod?
  • Which sensors/targeting pods are listed for the FA-18 Hornet?
  • How do weather conditions impact target acquisition accuracy?
  • What are the three stages of D3I in target acquisition?
  • Which term denotes maneuver in a specific direction relative to the target?
  • What are common TA errors that degrade accuracy?
  • What is a "target handoff" in SOTACC?
  • In the Target phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Which term refers to the fuel state required for recovery?
  • What is the purpose of FSCMs in fire support?
  • Continue Dry means?
  • All MK-82, MK-83, and MK-84 are unguided general-purpose bombs.
  • Which bomb is a 2000-pound bomb?
  • Which description best matches the GBU-54 (LJDAM)?
  • Which list contains only JDAMs?
  • The F-35 is equipped with which gun?
  • Which term means to begin using the briefed radio procedures to counter communications jamming?
  • What is a ballistic solution?
  • What is a ballistic solution in SOTACC?
  • What does the term 'Angels' denote in mission terminology?
  • Cleared to Engage means?
  • Which term corresponds to Weapons impact within lethal distance?
  • What does F2T2EA stand for and what is its purpose in SOTACC?
  • Continue means?
  • In a data link, which statement best describes its primary function?
  • During which phase is the engagement decision developed?
  • The MK-84 is associated with which REDS designation?
  • In the Find phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Under close air support effects, which status means the target is destroyed and cannot be restored?
  • Which term defines Time an aircraft can remain on station?
  • Which munitions are identified as 500-pound, very low collateral?
  • Which initials are required to authorize danger close?
  • What is the purpose of a post-engagement assessment?
  • Which two aircraft share the 20mm M61 Vulcan gun?
  • In bomb nose fuzing, which term describes the delay before arming?
  • Which term refers to a cooperating aircraft on a mission?
  • The GBU-10 is which weight and guidance?
  • How can clear communications reduce TA errors?
  • How does radar aid target detection under adverse visibility?
  • In D3I, what does Identification refer to?
  • Which term is defined as an Unpredictable maneuver to negate a tracking solution?
  • In the set of tactical air control codewords, which term represents Aircraft position within flight?
  • The MK-82 is a 500-pound bomb.
  • Which bomb is a 500-pound incendiary?
  • How can unmanned systems support SOTACC Day 1 tasks?
  • Laser rangefinder used for in TA?
  • Which statement best describes FA-18 Hornet's mission capabilities?
  • In the Assess phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
  • Which term is associated with the A-10 aircraft equipped with a 30mm GAU-8 Avenger and related capabilities?
  • Which activity best aligns with improving future TA performance after an operation?
  • If you have No Visual of Friendly Aircraft, which term are you experiencing?
  • Which term is the reference number used to indicate information such as headings, altitude, fuels, and more?
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