AMEDD BOLC MIDTERM EXAM LATEST VERSION
2023-2024 ACTUAL EXAM 250 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES|ALREADY GRADED A
Where are Mortuary Affairs Collection Point (MACP) located in theater? - ANSAlways co-located on
bases with Role 3 facilities and usually co-located with Role 2 facilities (usually operate as close to the
airstrip as possible)
Where is the Theater Mortuary Evacuation Point (TMEP) - ANSAt a major Aerial Port of Embarkation
Where is the port of entry mortuary facility? - ANSDover AFB
By when do remains have to reach MACP, TMEP and Dover AFB? - ANSWithin 24 hrs
By when do remains have to reach the deceased's family? - ANSWithin 72-96 hrs
What are examples of tentative and positive identifications for remains? - ANSTentative
-DD Form 565
Positive (Done at Dover):
-DNA test
-Dental records
-Finger printing
What is the role of a Summary Courts-Martial Officer (SMCO)? - ANS-Must be appointed within 48 hrs
-Should be someone detached from Soldier
-Separate distasteful items and record that they were destroyed (Maintain a good memory of the
Soldier)
-Inventory all PE with the unit or in quarters
,-Accurate documentation on DD Form 1076
-Utilize MA NCO at BDE
-Also used for Soldiers evacuated from theater
True or False? NEVER send PE straight to family from theater (everything goes through PE channels to PE
Depot) - ANSTrue
What actions should be done in post mortem care? - ANS-Place body in Human Remains Pouch (cover
with poncho or blanket if not available)
-Place body in supine position, close eyes
-Tie wrists together, may need to apply bandage to lower jaw
-Provider may be asked to confirm death
-Consult with mortuary affairs
-Complete documentation and pass along PE, regardless of condition
-DO NOT remove adjuncts from body
-Ensure proper identification
-Place body in shaded cool area
How many tags are required on human remains and where are they placed? - ANS3
-Great toe
-Wrist
-Zipper of pouch
What are Troop Leading Procedures (TLPs)? - ANSDynamic process used by small-unit leaders to analyze
a mission, develop a plan, and prepare for an operation
What are the 8 steps of Troop Leading Procedures? - ANS1. Receive the mission
2. Issue warning order
3. Make a tentative plan
4. Initiate movement
,5. Conduct reconnaissance
6. Complete the plan
7. Issue the order
8. Supervise and refine
How can step 1 of TLPs (Receive the Mission) occur? - ANSIt may begin when the initial WARNO or
OPORD arrives from higher headquarters or when a leader anticipates a new mission
What actions should be done during step 1 of TLPs (Receive the Mission) ? - ANS-Perform an initial
assessment of the situation utilizing PMESII-PT and METT-TC
-Ensure that all subordinate echelons have sufficient time for planning and preparation
What is PMESII-PT? - ANSThe operational variables fundamental to developing a comprehensive
understanding of the operational environment.
-Political
-Military
-Economic
-Social
-Information
-Infrastructure
-Physical Environment
-Time
What information is given in a WARNORD and in what format is it written? - ANSUnit mission and
leader's timeline in as much detail as possible
Follow 5 paragraph OPORD format
What is involved in step 3 of TLPs (Make a Tentative Plan)? - ANSThis step combines the MDMP steps 2
through 6: mission analysis, COA development, COA analysis, COA comparison, and COA approval.
-Leaders perform mission analysis through METT-TC
, What is OAKOC? - ANSA method to analyze terrain and weather
-Observation and fields of fire
-Avenues of approach
-Key and decisive terrain
-Obstacles
-Cover and concealment
What are the 6 characteristics of civil considerations (ASCOPE)? - ANS-Areas: localities that are not
normally militarily significant
-Structures: how its location, functions, and capabilities can support the operation.
-Capabilities: those required to save, sustain, or enhance life, in that priority.
-Organizations: are nonmilitary groups or institutions in the AO.
-People: people can affect a military operation positively, negatively, or neutrally.
-Events: routine, cyclical, planned, or spontaneous activities that significantly affect organizations,
people, and military operations
What is involved in step 4 of TLPs (Initiate Movement)? - ANSLeaders conduct any movement directed
by higher headquarters or deemed necessary to continue mission preparation or position the unit for
execution
What is involved in step 5 of TLPs (Conduct Reconaissance)? - ANSLeaders personally observe the AO for
the mission prior to execution.
-Minimum action necessary is a thorough map reconnaissance
-Different types of reconnaissance: map, terrain model, aerial photo, ground
What is involved in step 6 of TLPs (Complete the Plan)? - ANSLeaders incorporate the results of
reconnaissance into their selected COA to complete the plan or order.
-Leaders make final coordination with adjacent units and higher headquarters before issuing the order.
2023-2024 ACTUAL EXAM 250 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES|ALREADY GRADED A
Where are Mortuary Affairs Collection Point (MACP) located in theater? - ANSAlways co-located on
bases with Role 3 facilities and usually co-located with Role 2 facilities (usually operate as close to the
airstrip as possible)
Where is the Theater Mortuary Evacuation Point (TMEP) - ANSAt a major Aerial Port of Embarkation
Where is the port of entry mortuary facility? - ANSDover AFB
By when do remains have to reach MACP, TMEP and Dover AFB? - ANSWithin 24 hrs
By when do remains have to reach the deceased's family? - ANSWithin 72-96 hrs
What are examples of tentative and positive identifications for remains? - ANSTentative
-DD Form 565
Positive (Done at Dover):
-DNA test
-Dental records
-Finger printing
What is the role of a Summary Courts-Martial Officer (SMCO)? - ANS-Must be appointed within 48 hrs
-Should be someone detached from Soldier
-Separate distasteful items and record that they were destroyed (Maintain a good memory of the
Soldier)
-Inventory all PE with the unit or in quarters
,-Accurate documentation on DD Form 1076
-Utilize MA NCO at BDE
-Also used for Soldiers evacuated from theater
True or False? NEVER send PE straight to family from theater (everything goes through PE channels to PE
Depot) - ANSTrue
What actions should be done in post mortem care? - ANS-Place body in Human Remains Pouch (cover
with poncho or blanket if not available)
-Place body in supine position, close eyes
-Tie wrists together, may need to apply bandage to lower jaw
-Provider may be asked to confirm death
-Consult with mortuary affairs
-Complete documentation and pass along PE, regardless of condition
-DO NOT remove adjuncts from body
-Ensure proper identification
-Place body in shaded cool area
How many tags are required on human remains and where are they placed? - ANS3
-Great toe
-Wrist
-Zipper of pouch
What are Troop Leading Procedures (TLPs)? - ANSDynamic process used by small-unit leaders to analyze
a mission, develop a plan, and prepare for an operation
What are the 8 steps of Troop Leading Procedures? - ANS1. Receive the mission
2. Issue warning order
3. Make a tentative plan
4. Initiate movement
,5. Conduct reconnaissance
6. Complete the plan
7. Issue the order
8. Supervise and refine
How can step 1 of TLPs (Receive the Mission) occur? - ANSIt may begin when the initial WARNO or
OPORD arrives from higher headquarters or when a leader anticipates a new mission
What actions should be done during step 1 of TLPs (Receive the Mission) ? - ANS-Perform an initial
assessment of the situation utilizing PMESII-PT and METT-TC
-Ensure that all subordinate echelons have sufficient time for planning and preparation
What is PMESII-PT? - ANSThe operational variables fundamental to developing a comprehensive
understanding of the operational environment.
-Political
-Military
-Economic
-Social
-Information
-Infrastructure
-Physical Environment
-Time
What information is given in a WARNORD and in what format is it written? - ANSUnit mission and
leader's timeline in as much detail as possible
Follow 5 paragraph OPORD format
What is involved in step 3 of TLPs (Make a Tentative Plan)? - ANSThis step combines the MDMP steps 2
through 6: mission analysis, COA development, COA analysis, COA comparison, and COA approval.
-Leaders perform mission analysis through METT-TC
, What is OAKOC? - ANSA method to analyze terrain and weather
-Observation and fields of fire
-Avenues of approach
-Key and decisive terrain
-Obstacles
-Cover and concealment
What are the 6 characteristics of civil considerations (ASCOPE)? - ANS-Areas: localities that are not
normally militarily significant
-Structures: how its location, functions, and capabilities can support the operation.
-Capabilities: those required to save, sustain, or enhance life, in that priority.
-Organizations: are nonmilitary groups or institutions in the AO.
-People: people can affect a military operation positively, negatively, or neutrally.
-Events: routine, cyclical, planned, or spontaneous activities that significantly affect organizations,
people, and military operations
What is involved in step 4 of TLPs (Initiate Movement)? - ANSLeaders conduct any movement directed
by higher headquarters or deemed necessary to continue mission preparation or position the unit for
execution
What is involved in step 5 of TLPs (Conduct Reconaissance)? - ANSLeaders personally observe the AO for
the mission prior to execution.
-Minimum action necessary is a thorough map reconnaissance
-Different types of reconnaissance: map, terrain model, aerial photo, ground
What is involved in step 6 of TLPs (Complete the Plan)? - ANSLeaders incorporate the results of
reconnaissance into their selected COA to complete the plan or order.
-Leaders make final coordination with adjacent units and higher headquarters before issuing the order.
