Complete 88M Army Motor Transport Operator Certification Exam Guide & Practice Questions

Army Motor Transport Operator (88M) Certification Examination

1. Which of the following best describes the correct form to use when involved in an

accident with a Department of Defense vehicle?

A. DA Form 5988-E

B. Standard Form 91

C. DD Form 518

D. DA Form 5987-E

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – The DD Form 518 is the Accidental Identification Card, filled out by the operator at

the scene and given to any person(s) involved in an accident with a DOD vehicle.

2. Which of the following best describes what a solid line indicates on a strip map?

A. A dirt trail

B. A secondary road

C. A primary road

D. A main supply route

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – On a strip map, a solid parallel line represents a primary road.

3. Which of the following best describes the acronym RSVP in the context of radio

communication?

A. Respond, Signal, Verify, Proceed

B. Rhythm, Signal, Volume, Pitch

,C. Rhythm, Speed, Volume, Pitch

D. Read, Send, Verify, Process

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – RSVP stands for Rhythm, Speed, Volume, Pitch, which are key elements for clear

radio transmission.

4. Which of the following best describes the procedural word (PROWORD) to use when

you do not understand a radio transmission?

A. Over

B. Roger

C. Say again

D. Wilco

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – "Say again" is the PROWORD used when the operator did not understand what was

said and needs it repeated.

5. Which of the following is not a part of call signs?

A. A combination of letters and numbers

B. Used to identify a communication station

C. Uses proper procedures

D. Used to identify an individual on the net

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – Call signs are figures, letters, or a combination used to identify a station,

,organization, or individual. "Uses proper procedures" is a description of how to use them, not a

part of their definition.

6. Which of the following best describes a true statement about a strip map?

A. It must always be drawn to scale.

B. It only uses military symbols.

C. It may or may not be drawn to scale.

D. It does not show checkpoints.

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – A strip map is defined as a sketch of a given route that may or may not be drawn to

scale.

7. Which of the following best describes where to place the heaviest item on a platform?

A. On the top

B. In the middle

C. On the bottom

D. On either side

Correct Answer – C

Rationale – The heaviest item should be placed on the bottom to ensure stability.

8. Which of the following is not included in a SALUTE report?

A. Size

B. Activity

C. Weather

D. Equipment

, Correct Answer – C

Rationale – A SALUTE report includes Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, and Equipment.

Weather is not part of this acronym.

9. Which of the following best describes the maximum time you have to transmit urgent

information on the radio?

A. 5 seconds

B. 10 seconds

C. 30 seconds

D. 60 seconds

Correct Answer – B

Rationale – The provided content states that an operator has 10 seconds to give information on

the radio.

10. Which of the following best describes when the "Before" and "Weekly" PMCS checks

are performed on a vehicle?

A. After every mission

B. When a vehicle is used for the first time

C. Only during annual services

D. When a fault is found

Correct Answer – B

Rationale – The content specifies that when a vehicle is used for the first time, "Before and

weekly" checks are performed.