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NCO Board Rifle Marksmanship M16/M4 Series Weapons, FM 3-22.9 Part 7

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This deck covers key concepts and standards from FM 3-22.9 Part 7, focusing on rifle marksmanship with M16/M4 series weapons, including target detection, scanning methods, and qualification standards.

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Definition
Para 5-116 What does the Acronym MOA stand for?
Minute of Angle
Para 5-116 What is MOA?
An MOA is the standard unit of measurement used in adjusting a weapon's sights and other ballistic-related measurements.
Para 6-1 What does the ability to locate a combat target depend on?
1. Position. 2. Skill in scanning. 3. Ability to observe the area and recognize the type of indicators made by the target
Para 6-1 What is Target Detection?
Target detection is the process of locating, marking, prioritizing, and determining the range to combat targets
Para 6-2 What is considered the Selection of a “Good Position”?
A good position is one that offers maximum visibility of the area, while affording cover and concealment
Para 6-4 What are the Three Methods used to Scan an Area?
1. Self-preservation method. 2. 50-meter overlapping strip method. 3. Maintaining observation of the area
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NCO Board Rifle Marksmanship M16/M4 Series Weapons, FM 3-22.9 Part 7
TermDefinition
Para 5-116 What does the Acronym MOA stand for?
Minute of Angle
Para 5-116 What is MOA?
An MOA is the standard unit of measurement used in adjusting a weapon's sights and other ballistic-related measurements.
Para 6-1 What does the ability to locate a combat target depend on?
1. Position. 2. Skill in scanning. 3. Ability to observe the area and recognize the type of indicators made by the target
Para 6-1 What is Target Detection?
Target detection is the process of locating, marking, prioritizing, and determining the range to combat targets
Para 6-2 What is considered the Selection of a “Good Position”?
A good position is one that offers maximum visibility of the area, while affording cover and concealment
Para 6-4 What are the Three Methods used to Scan an Area?
1. Self-preservation method. 2. 50-meter overlapping strip method. 3. Maintaining observation of the area
Para 6-5 When would Soldiers use the self-preservation method of search?
When moving into a new area
Para 6-5 What is the technique used to perform the self-preservation method of search?
(1) For approximately 30 seconds, quickly scan the area for enemy activity that may be of immediate danger. (2) Make quick glances at specific points throughout the area, rather than just sweeping the eyes across the terrain in one continuous panoramic view
Para 6-6 How is the 50-meter overlapping strip method of search performed?
(1) Begin the search with the area offering the greatest potential danger, the terrain nearest to your position. (2) Beginning at either flank, systematically search the terrain to your front in a 180-degree arc, 50 meters in depth (3) After reaching the opposite flank, search a second 50-meter strip farther out, but overlapping the first strip by approximately 10 meters. (4) Continue in this manner until the entire area has been searched
Para 6-7 What is the method used to maintain observation of the area?
1. Glance quickly at various points throughout the entire area, focusing the eyes on specific features. 2. Always search the area in the same manner to ensure complete coverage of all terrain
Para 6-8 What is a Target Indicator?
A target indicator is anything that a Soldier (friendly or enemy) does or fails to do that reveals his position
Para 6-8 What are the Three General Target Indicators?
1. Sound. 2. Movement. 3. Improper camouflage.
Para 6-11 What are the Three general indicators may reveal a camouflaged or concealed target?
1. Shine. 2. Regularity of outline. 3. Contrast with the background
Para 6-56 What are the Three Authorized reasons for Alibi Firing during practice record fire?
1. Malfunction of the weapon. 2. Malfunction of the target mechanism. 3. Faulty ammunition
Para 6-68 What is the minimum qualification standard for record fire?
23 out of 40 hits
Para 6-68 What are the Three positions and how many rounds are fired from each during record qualification?
1. Prone supported; 20 rounds 2. Prone unsupported; 10 rounds 3. Kneeling; 10 rounds
Para 6-70 Can Soldiers Alibi fire for missing targets while performing SPORTS?
No; There are no alibis for Soldier-induced weapon malfunctions or for targets missed during the application of immediate action procedures
Para 6-74 What are some reasons that Soldiers may not be firing at exposed targets during qualification?
1. Failure to scan the designated area. 2. Lack of ability to detect targets. 3. Lack of ability to shift from one target to another. 4. Failure to manage ammunition. 5. A stoppage
Para 6-76 If a Soldier fails to qualify on the First Attempt but then Qulaifies on their Second attempt as a Sharpshooter, what will they be awarded?
If a Soldiers fails to qualify the first attempt they cannot be awarded anything higher than Marksman for Qualification
Para 6-76 What are the Qualification Standards for a mechanical range?
1. Expert 36-40 2. Sharpshooter 30-35 3. Marksman 23-29 4. Unqualified 22 and below
Para 6-81 What are Qualification standards on Known Distance record fire range?
1. Expert 38-40 2. Sharpshooter 33-37 3. Marksman 26-32 4. Unqualified 25 and below
Para 6-89 What are the Duties of a Firing Line Safety NCO?
1. Perform as scorers. 2. Inform the chief range officer of crossfires. 3. Inform the chief range officer of allowable alibis. 4. Accurately count hits and misses. 5. Count only four hits for each silhouette for score. 6. Complete the scorecard. 7. Assist the Soldier with target repair. 8. Total, sign, and return the completed scorecard to the chief range officer
Para 6-94 What are the Qualification standards for 25 Meter Alternate course?
1. Expert 36-40 2. Sharpshooter 30-35 3. Marksman 23-29 4. Unqualified 22 and below