TBS PHASE 3 NEWEST 2024 COMPLETE EXAM
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Types of defensive ops
Mobile, Area, Retrograde
Define Mobile Defense
bulk of the force is held as a mobile striking force with strict economy applied to
dedicated positional supporting efforts designed to canalize, delay, and disrupt the
enemy's attack. In this case, the static positions help control the depth and breadth of
enemy penetrations and ensure retention of ground from which to launch counterattacks
Define Area Defense
retention of terrain by absorbing the enemy in an interlocking series of positions and
destroying him largely by fires. Mutual support and positions in depth force the enemy to
expose his force in the attack to each position. Dynamic elements include patrols,
intelligence units, and reserve forces to cover gaps among defensive positions,
reinforcing those positions as necessary and counterattacking as directed
Define Retrograde Defense
organized movement away from the enemy. A transitional operation, the retrograde
defense occurs within a larger scheme Three specific defensive methods—delay,
withdrawal, and retirement
Types of Defensive Methods
BP, Strongpoint, Perimeter, Reverse Slope
Define the BP Method:
defense position oriented on the most likely enemy avenue of approach from which a
unit may defend or attack
Define the Strongpoint method:
(battalion level or above) A fortified defensive position designed to deny the enemy
certain terrain as well as the use of an avenue of approach. It differs from a battle
position in that it is designed to be occupied for an extended period of time.
Define the Perimeter Method:
oriented in all directions. A unit can use this defensive technique to accomplish a
specific mission, such as defend friendly infrastructure, or to provide immediate self-
protection, such as during resupply operations when all-around security is required.
Define the Reverse Slope Method:
It's a defense on the opposite slope of a hill
7 Steps of EA Dev
-Identify all likely enemy avenues of approach.
-Determine likely enemy schemes of maneuver.
-Determine where to kill the enemy.
-Plan and integrate obstacles.
-Emplace weapon systems.
-Plan and integrate indirect fires.
-Rehearse the execution of operations in the engagement area.
Define Primary Battle Position:
, best place to accomplish the assigned mission. It is frequently focused on the enemy's
most likely avenue of approach
Define Alternate Battle Position:
where a unit can still accomplish its assigned mission, but that is occupied when the
primary BP becomes either untenable or unsuitable
Define Supplementary Battle Position
allows a unit to address unexpected enemy schemes of maneuver. For example, they
may cover the flank of the primary positions
What is the Defensive SOM?
(TDOOTS)
-Type/Method of Defense
-Distribution of Forces
-Orientation
-Occupation Method
-TCM's
-Security Plan
What is important when integrating obstacles?
All obstacles must be covered by fire and observation, otherwise the enemy can breach
them at their leisure)
Define Protective Wire
This wire PROTECTS the fighting positions. It is emplaced just outside of hand grenade
range, far enough out that all members of the fire team can affect the obstacle with their
fires.
Define Tactical Wire
FIXES, TURNS, BLOCKS, or DISRUPTS the enemy.
Define Supplementary Wire
This wire disguises the nature of protective and tactical wire.
Define a Hasty Attack
"an attack when the commander decides to trade preparation time for speed to exploit
an opportunity."
Define a Deliberate Attack
"a type of offensive action characterized by pre-planned and coordinated employment of
firepower and maneuver to close with and destroy the enemy."
Define Frontal Attack
fire and movement against EN surface
Define Flanking Attack
Fire and maneuver, SBF
What is the Offensive SOM
(DDFTC)
-Direction of attack
-distribution of forces
-form of maneuver
-TCM's
Consolidation
What does it mean to Task by "unit of action"
Sequential, by who is acting first
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Types of defensive ops
Mobile, Area, Retrograde
Define Mobile Defense
bulk of the force is held as a mobile striking force with strict economy applied to
dedicated positional supporting efforts designed to canalize, delay, and disrupt the
enemy's attack. In this case, the static positions help control the depth and breadth of
enemy penetrations and ensure retention of ground from which to launch counterattacks
Define Area Defense
retention of terrain by absorbing the enemy in an interlocking series of positions and
destroying him largely by fires. Mutual support and positions in depth force the enemy to
expose his force in the attack to each position. Dynamic elements include patrols,
intelligence units, and reserve forces to cover gaps among defensive positions,
reinforcing those positions as necessary and counterattacking as directed
Define Retrograde Defense
organized movement away from the enemy. A transitional operation, the retrograde
defense occurs within a larger scheme Three specific defensive methods—delay,
withdrawal, and retirement
Types of Defensive Methods
BP, Strongpoint, Perimeter, Reverse Slope
Define the BP Method:
defense position oriented on the most likely enemy avenue of approach from which a
unit may defend or attack
Define the Strongpoint method:
(battalion level or above) A fortified defensive position designed to deny the enemy
certain terrain as well as the use of an avenue of approach. It differs from a battle
position in that it is designed to be occupied for an extended period of time.
Define the Perimeter Method:
oriented in all directions. A unit can use this defensive technique to accomplish a
specific mission, such as defend friendly infrastructure, or to provide immediate self-
protection, such as during resupply operations when all-around security is required.
Define the Reverse Slope Method:
It's a defense on the opposite slope of a hill
7 Steps of EA Dev
-Identify all likely enemy avenues of approach.
-Determine likely enemy schemes of maneuver.
-Determine where to kill the enemy.
-Plan and integrate obstacles.
-Emplace weapon systems.
-Plan and integrate indirect fires.
-Rehearse the execution of operations in the engagement area.
Define Primary Battle Position:
, best place to accomplish the assigned mission. It is frequently focused on the enemy's
most likely avenue of approach
Define Alternate Battle Position:
where a unit can still accomplish its assigned mission, but that is occupied when the
primary BP becomes either untenable or unsuitable
Define Supplementary Battle Position
allows a unit to address unexpected enemy schemes of maneuver. For example, they
may cover the flank of the primary positions
What is the Defensive SOM?
(TDOOTS)
-Type/Method of Defense
-Distribution of Forces
-Orientation
-Occupation Method
-TCM's
-Security Plan
What is important when integrating obstacles?
All obstacles must be covered by fire and observation, otherwise the enemy can breach
them at their leisure)
Define Protective Wire
This wire PROTECTS the fighting positions. It is emplaced just outside of hand grenade
range, far enough out that all members of the fire team can affect the obstacle with their
fires.
Define Tactical Wire
FIXES, TURNS, BLOCKS, or DISRUPTS the enemy.
Define Supplementary Wire
This wire disguises the nature of protective and tactical wire.
Define a Hasty Attack
"an attack when the commander decides to trade preparation time for speed to exploit
an opportunity."
Define a Deliberate Attack
"a type of offensive action characterized by pre-planned and coordinated employment of
firepower and maneuver to close with and destroy the enemy."
Define Frontal Attack
fire and movement against EN surface
Define Flanking Attack
Fire and maneuver, SBF
What is the Offensive SOM
(DDFTC)
-Direction of attack
-distribution of forces
-form of maneuver
-TCM's
Consolidation
What does it mean to Task by "unit of action"
Sequential, by who is acting first
