USAF OTS: Pre-Course Assessment correct answers and questions
(verified 100%) graded a+ \\\pass!!!
Joint Operation Orders: Prepare to Deploy Order -answer-The Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, by the authority of and at the direction of the U.S. President or Secretary
of Defense, issues this order to increase or decrease the deployability posture of units;
to deploy or redeploy forces; or to direct any other action that would signal planned
military action or its termination in response to a particular crisis event or incident.
Joint Operation Orders: Deployment/Redeployment Order -answer-A deployment or
redeployment order is a planning directive from the Secretary of Defense, issued by the
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, which authorizes and directs the transfer of forces
between combatant commands by reassignment or attachment. A deployment or
redeployment order normally specifies the authority that the gaining combatant
commander will exercise over the transferred forces.
Joint Operation Orders: Concept of Operations - CONOPS -answer-A statement or
outline used to present a commander's assumptions or intent with regard to an
operation or series of operations (overall picture).
Joint Operation Orders: Execution Order - EXORD -answer-Initiates military operations
- implementation of the approved CONOPS. Only the U.S. President and Secretary of
Defense have the authority to approve and direct the initiation of military operations.
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, by the authority of and at the direction of the
U.S. President or Secretary of Defense, may subsequently issue this order.
Joint Operation Orders: Operation Order - OPORD -answer-A directive issued by a
commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated
execution of an operation.
Joint Operation Orders: Fragmentary Order - FRAGORD -answer-An abbreviated form
of a verbal, written, or digital operation order, which eliminates the need for restating
information contained in a basic operation order while enabling dissemination of
changes to previous orders. It is usually issued as needed or on a day-to-day basis.
__________ occurs when ears pick up sounds being transmitted by a __________ or
another ____________. ____________, on the other hand, involves hearing, while also
,________________________ to and giving _______________ to what is heard. -
answer--hearing
-speaker
-source
-listening
-paying attention
-consideration
__________ occurs when ears pick up sounds being transmitted by a __________ or
another ____________. ____________, on the other hand, involves hearing, while also
________________________ to and giving _______________ to what is heard.
Define Effective/Active Listening. -answer-involves engaging verbally and nonverbally
in the listening process to appropriately respond, comprehend, evaluate, and remember
a message
What does Effective Listening build? -answer-Trust and Mutual respect
To improve informative listening, keep an __________ and set aside ______, listen as if
you had to teach it, take notes to help recall the _________, ask ________ to clarify or
confirm your ___________ of the message, and maximize the use of the time by
mentally _________ the message and absorbing the ____________ in a way that
makes the information more pertinent and _____________ to you. -answer--open mind
-bias
-recall
-main points
-questions
-understanding
-repeating
-information
-applicable
To improve informative listening, keep an __________ and set aside ______, listen as if
you had to teach it, take notes to help recall the _________, ask ________ to clarify or
confirm your ___________ of the message, and maximize the use of the time by
mentally _________ the message and absorbing the ____________ in a way that
makes the information more pertinent and _____________ to you.
When is Critical Listening appropriate? -answer-when seeking input to a decision,
evaluating work or a subordinate's capabilities, or conducting research.
List the suggestions for improving Critical Listening. -answer-Listen as if you had to
grade it, take notes to help recall the main points, ask questions to evaluate the
intellectual content of the message, and maximize the use of the time by first
understanding the message and then evaluating the information.
,When is Empathic Listening useful? -answer-when communication is emotional or
when the relationship between speaker and listener is just as important as the
message.
When is Empathic Listening most appropriate? -answer-during mentoring and
counseling sessions and is very helpful when communicating with family members.
Commanders _________, _________, and ________ the financial plan to ensure
successful financial management. -answer--review
-validate
-balance
_____________ support the organization's mission and the DAF by providing sound
___________ management and _________ to commanders and staff. -answer--
Comptrollers
-financial
-advice
In what way are Resource Advisors appointed? -answer-in writing by the responsibility
center manager.
What is the purpose of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)
Process? -answer-This is the DoD's resource allocation system. The ultimate objective
of the process is to provide the best mix of forces, equipment, manpower, and support
attainable within fiscal constraints according to DoD Directive 7045.14. The goal of the
process is to achieve the defense objectives established by the U.S. President and the
Secretary of Defense in the strategic planning and joint planning guidance.
What is the purpose of the DAF Equipment Management System? -answer-provides
worldwide visibility of all equipment assets throughout the USAF. The system helps to
support reporting capitalized asset depreciation, determining equipment requirements
based on USAF allowance standards, supporting the budget and buy program, and
identifying equipment types and quantities required to accomplish the mission.
What is a supervisor's responsibility with respect to the USAF Equipment Management
System? -answer-responsible for prudent management, control, storage, and cost-
effective use of government property under their control - establish controls to eliminate
uneconomical equipment management, ensure all personnel are taught proper care and
safeguard principles, and enforce these principles.
What is the key element of the Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Prevention program besides
detection and prosecution? -answer-prevent the loss of resources
What is Fraud defined as? -answer-any intentional deception designed to unlawfully
deprive the USAF of something of value or to secure from the USAF for an individual
, benefit, privilege, allowance, or consideration to which he or she is not entitled - any
theft or diversion of resources for personal or commercial gains.
What does the following sentence define? The intentionally wrongful or improper use of
DAF resources. -answer-Abuse
What are some examples of Abuse? -answer-misuse of rank, position, or authority that
causes the loss or misuse of resources, such as tools, vehicles, computers, or office
equipment.
_______ personnel have a _____ to promptly report TWA to an appropriate
____________ or ______________, to an ________ or other appropriate inspector, or
through an established grievance channel. -answer--USAF
-duty
-supervisor
-commander
-IG
_______ personnel have a _____ to promptly report TWA to an appropriate
____________ or ______________, to an ________ or other appropriate inspector, or
through an established grievance channel.
In what ways can DAF personnel report fraud, waste, and abuse? -answer-Individuals
may submit complaints by memorandum, in person, or by FWA hotlines. Complaints
may also be submitted anonymously.
What is mentoring? -answer-Mentoring is a process designed to help each individual
reach his or her maximum potential.
Commanders and __________ must be ____________ role models and make
themselves _____________ to Airmen and Guardians who seek career __________,
_____________, and _______________. They must take an ____________ role in
their Airmen and Guardian's professional development by continually
_____________them to __________, __________, and _____________. -answer--
supervisors
-positive
-available
-guidance
-counsel
-mentorship
-active
-challenging
-grow
-develop
-improve
(verified 100%) graded a+ \\\pass!!!
Joint Operation Orders: Prepare to Deploy Order -answer-The Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, by the authority of and at the direction of the U.S. President or Secretary
of Defense, issues this order to increase or decrease the deployability posture of units;
to deploy or redeploy forces; or to direct any other action that would signal planned
military action or its termination in response to a particular crisis event or incident.
Joint Operation Orders: Deployment/Redeployment Order -answer-A deployment or
redeployment order is a planning directive from the Secretary of Defense, issued by the
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, which authorizes and directs the transfer of forces
between combatant commands by reassignment or attachment. A deployment or
redeployment order normally specifies the authority that the gaining combatant
commander will exercise over the transferred forces.
Joint Operation Orders: Concept of Operations - CONOPS -answer-A statement or
outline used to present a commander's assumptions or intent with regard to an
operation or series of operations (overall picture).
Joint Operation Orders: Execution Order - EXORD -answer-Initiates military operations
- implementation of the approved CONOPS. Only the U.S. President and Secretary of
Defense have the authority to approve and direct the initiation of military operations.
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, by the authority of and at the direction of the
U.S. President or Secretary of Defense, may subsequently issue this order.
Joint Operation Orders: Operation Order - OPORD -answer-A directive issued by a
commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated
execution of an operation.
Joint Operation Orders: Fragmentary Order - FRAGORD -answer-An abbreviated form
of a verbal, written, or digital operation order, which eliminates the need for restating
information contained in a basic operation order while enabling dissemination of
changes to previous orders. It is usually issued as needed or on a day-to-day basis.
__________ occurs when ears pick up sounds being transmitted by a __________ or
another ____________. ____________, on the other hand, involves hearing, while also
,________________________ to and giving _______________ to what is heard. -
answer--hearing
-speaker
-source
-listening
-paying attention
-consideration
__________ occurs when ears pick up sounds being transmitted by a __________ or
another ____________. ____________, on the other hand, involves hearing, while also
________________________ to and giving _______________ to what is heard.
Define Effective/Active Listening. -answer-involves engaging verbally and nonverbally
in the listening process to appropriately respond, comprehend, evaluate, and remember
a message
What does Effective Listening build? -answer-Trust and Mutual respect
To improve informative listening, keep an __________ and set aside ______, listen as if
you had to teach it, take notes to help recall the _________, ask ________ to clarify or
confirm your ___________ of the message, and maximize the use of the time by
mentally _________ the message and absorbing the ____________ in a way that
makes the information more pertinent and _____________ to you. -answer--open mind
-bias
-recall
-main points
-questions
-understanding
-repeating
-information
-applicable
To improve informative listening, keep an __________ and set aside ______, listen as if
you had to teach it, take notes to help recall the _________, ask ________ to clarify or
confirm your ___________ of the message, and maximize the use of the time by
mentally _________ the message and absorbing the ____________ in a way that
makes the information more pertinent and _____________ to you.
When is Critical Listening appropriate? -answer-when seeking input to a decision,
evaluating work or a subordinate's capabilities, or conducting research.
List the suggestions for improving Critical Listening. -answer-Listen as if you had to
grade it, take notes to help recall the main points, ask questions to evaluate the
intellectual content of the message, and maximize the use of the time by first
understanding the message and then evaluating the information.
,When is Empathic Listening useful? -answer-when communication is emotional or
when the relationship between speaker and listener is just as important as the
message.
When is Empathic Listening most appropriate? -answer-during mentoring and
counseling sessions and is very helpful when communicating with family members.
Commanders _________, _________, and ________ the financial plan to ensure
successful financial management. -answer--review
-validate
-balance
_____________ support the organization's mission and the DAF by providing sound
___________ management and _________ to commanders and staff. -answer--
Comptrollers
-financial
-advice
In what way are Resource Advisors appointed? -answer-in writing by the responsibility
center manager.
What is the purpose of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)
Process? -answer-This is the DoD's resource allocation system. The ultimate objective
of the process is to provide the best mix of forces, equipment, manpower, and support
attainable within fiscal constraints according to DoD Directive 7045.14. The goal of the
process is to achieve the defense objectives established by the U.S. President and the
Secretary of Defense in the strategic planning and joint planning guidance.
What is the purpose of the DAF Equipment Management System? -answer-provides
worldwide visibility of all equipment assets throughout the USAF. The system helps to
support reporting capitalized asset depreciation, determining equipment requirements
based on USAF allowance standards, supporting the budget and buy program, and
identifying equipment types and quantities required to accomplish the mission.
What is a supervisor's responsibility with respect to the USAF Equipment Management
System? -answer-responsible for prudent management, control, storage, and cost-
effective use of government property under their control - establish controls to eliminate
uneconomical equipment management, ensure all personnel are taught proper care and
safeguard principles, and enforce these principles.
What is the key element of the Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Prevention program besides
detection and prosecution? -answer-prevent the loss of resources
What is Fraud defined as? -answer-any intentional deception designed to unlawfully
deprive the USAF of something of value or to secure from the USAF for an individual
, benefit, privilege, allowance, or consideration to which he or she is not entitled - any
theft or diversion of resources for personal or commercial gains.
What does the following sentence define? The intentionally wrongful or improper use of
DAF resources. -answer-Abuse
What are some examples of Abuse? -answer-misuse of rank, position, or authority that
causes the loss or misuse of resources, such as tools, vehicles, computers, or office
equipment.
_______ personnel have a _____ to promptly report TWA to an appropriate
____________ or ______________, to an ________ or other appropriate inspector, or
through an established grievance channel. -answer--USAF
-duty
-supervisor
-commander
-IG
_______ personnel have a _____ to promptly report TWA to an appropriate
____________ or ______________, to an ________ or other appropriate inspector, or
through an established grievance channel.
In what ways can DAF personnel report fraud, waste, and abuse? -answer-Individuals
may submit complaints by memorandum, in person, or by FWA hotlines. Complaints
may also be submitted anonymously.
What is mentoring? -answer-Mentoring is a process designed to help each individual
reach his or her maximum potential.
Commanders and __________ must be ____________ role models and make
themselves _____________ to Airmen and Guardians who seek career __________,
_____________, and _______________. They must take an ____________ role in
their Airmen and Guardian's professional development by continually
_____________them to __________, __________, and _____________. -answer--
supervisors
-positive
-available
-guidance
-counsel
-mentorship
-active
-challenging
-grow
-develop
-improve
