APPEARANCE PROGRAM TEST
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
2026
Which of the following describes the correct techniques for conducting
circumference measurements for female Marines? - CORRECT-
ANSWER-Hip measurements are taken at the widest portion of the
buttocks
Neck measurements are rounded up to the nearest 1/2 inch
Waist measurements are taken at the thinnest portion of the abdomen
Which of the following does a Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge
use to determine whether or not to assign Marine to the Body
Composition Program? - CORRECT-ANSWER-The Marines medical
evaluation results
The Body Composition Evaluation assessment
, Which statements are true concerning BCMAP policies and procedures?
- CORRECT-ANSWER-Marines are evaluated and adjudicated following
the process indicated in the BCMAP sequence Chart found in MCO
6110.3a w/CH 1
Marines face adverse and administrative actions if they fail to maintain
body composition standards
Weigh ins may be performed as a part of Physical Fitness Test and
Combat Fitness Test events
What is the first step in the Body Composition Program assignment
process? - CORRECT-ANSWER-Commander assigns the non compliant
Marine to a body composition evaluation
Which of the following are included in a Body Composition Program
assignment? - CORRECT-ANSWER-A Body Composition Program
assignment decision
A medical doctors initial evaluation and findings
A final Body Composition Program assessment
A body composition evaluation