Marine 3/C Practice Test

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• Which environment is the MLR mission designed to support awareness in?
• The M27 IAR is described as a firearm chambered for which caliber?
• MARPOL primarily concerns pollution from ships in which areas?
• During on-deck refueling, which action is NOT part of safe practice?
• What is the free surface effect?
• ACV water speed?
• HIMARS fires which weapons?
• Which role is not typically associated with the HMMWV?
• What does MARPOL regulate?
• Which COLREGS Rule pertains to narrow channels and required safe passing?
• Which term is used in navigation to describe depth measurements that are typically referred to as soundings?
• What is the M27's effective range for area and point targets?
• Which statement correctly describes the difference between a lifeboat and a liferaft?
• Which term describes estimating position when a recent position fix is not available?
• What is a potential consequence of not monitoring boiler water level?
• The M777 howitzer can be lifted by which platform listed?
• What is the approximate maximum range of a 60 mm mortar?
• What is the primary function of the M32A1 MSGL?
• Which feature allows the HMMWV to meet a range of mission requirements?
• Which statement about ballast placement and stability is true?
• What is the function of ballast water management?
• The righting arm GZ is best described as which of the following?
• The MLR is a self-deployable, multi-domain force optimized for which layers?
• ACV purpose?
• Define metacenter and GM.
• Which system is described as used to protect supply convoys?
• Which system can deliver massive direct fire or indirect fire from hidden positions?
• Which COLREGS Rule defines the action to avoid collision once risk is identified?
• What is the peak altitude of the FGM-148 Javelin in direct mode?
• What type of drills are required for lifeboats and life rafts under SOLAS?
• Define bearing in navigation.
• What is the objective of ballast water management?
• How is a position fix obtained using bearings to two known objects?
• What is the max effective range of the .50 Caliber Machine Gun with a tripod?
• What is the basic CPR sequence for an adult, with an AED available?
• The metacenter M is defined as what?
• What is the purpose of maintaining a proper lookout as required by COLREGS Rule 5?
• What is the main purpose of a bilge pump?
• Which condition helps prevent cavitation in a marine propeller?
• What is the Morse code for distress signal SOS?
• What is magnetic deviation?
• State Ohm's law.
• What is the significance of signal flags in ship communications?
• How would you correct for drift to maintain a planned track?
• What is the basic unit used for distance on nautical charts?
• What is the purpose of the lubrication system in a marine engine?
• What is a radio fix?
• Which flight profile does the FGM-148 Javelin use against armored vehicles?
• What is the function of a boiler water level gauge?
• What is a hawser used for on ships?
• What is cavitation in a marine propeller and how can it be mitigated?
• What stability parameter is reduced by the free surface effect?
• Night signaling flares: which statement is true?
• Which vehicle operates in every battlefield area and serves in multiple roles such as command and control and troop transport?
• What is the role of a governor on a marine engine?
• Which of the following statements about FGM-148 Javelin flight profiles is true?
• Which of the following rounds can a 60 mm mortar fire?
• Which statement describes a feature of the FGM-148 Javelin?
• What is the primary function of the M4 carbine?
• What is the purpose of a life-saving device on board a vessel?
• Which platform fires M270 artillery rockets and anti-air missiles?
• Which two safety items are commonly required on deck as personal protective equipment?
• What is the difference between speed through water and speed over ground?
• Which principle governs how load distribution affects hull strength and trim?
• Which capability is associated with the MK19?
• Which statement about ACV's speeds is true?
• Why are shipboard batteries arranged in banks?
• What does the IALA buoyage color convention indicate about port and starboard marks?
• Which term describes the vertical distance from the waterline to the top of the deck?
• How should you safely refuel a vessel on deck?
• In order to provide required voltage and redundancy for essential services, shipboard batteries are arranged in what configuration?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an MLR mission?
• Which weapon has a maximum range of 3725 meters?
• How is a position fix obtained when bearings to two known objects are used?
• Which three factors are used to determine safe speed under COLREGS Rule 6?
• Danforth anchors are effective in soft bottoms because of their digging and holding capability. Which option best describes this?
• Which system has a maximum range of 1,500 yards?
• Which personal protective equipment is commonly used on deck and when working over the side?
• Which of the following is NOT typically a HMMWV role?
• What does ETA stand for and how is it used?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between HMMWV and JLTV in terms of capability goals?
• What is the primary purpose of the .50 Caliber Machine Gun?
• Which of the following best describes a Line of Position?
• What are the NATO phonetic alphabet words for the letters A through E?
• Which statement best describes the Marine Littoral Regiment?
• Which COLREGS Rule addresses overtaking?
• What is the purpose of ballast on a ship?
• How is magnetic deviation corrected on a vessel?
• Which safety items are you typically advised to wear on deck?
• Which guidance or tracking characteristics apply to the BGM-71 TOW?
• Which statement describes the primary function of the ship's bridge?
• Which statement best describes the SMAW mission?
• HIMARS are accurate within how many feet?
• The JLTV was developed to address which goals?
• Which statement best describes why standardized signals are important in maritime communication?
• What is the term for the depth below the keel used in navigation?
• What device protects electrical circuits from overload on a ship?
• What is the peak altitude of the FGM-148 Javelin in top-attack mode?
• Which COLREGS Rule governs crossing situations where one vessel must alter course to avoid another?
• What parameter does a marine engine governor primarily regulate?
• Which of the following correctly lists a typical use of the stockless anchor?
• Which COLREGS Rule requires maintaining a proper lookout at all times?
• What is the purpose of anchor scope?
• What is the term for the right side of a vessel when facing forward?
• What is the difference between course and heading?
• What is the main purpose of a life jacket?
• The SMAW max effective range against a 2-meter target is which distance?
• What does GMDSS stand for and what is its purpose?
• Which weapon is heavier, the M240B or the M249?
• What is a log used for in navigation?
• Which system engages slow, low-flying aircraft?
• Which of the following is listed as an MLR mission that supports defense actions?
• The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is transported by which aircraft?
• What is the principal purpose of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)?
• HIMARS can strike from how many miles away?
• Which system has a maximum range of 1,829 meters?
• What is the proper action when you receive a DSC distress alert?
• In restricted visibility, which actions should you take to avoid a collision?
• What does a distress flare signal indicate?
• What is ship handling in close quarters and what are common techniques?
• What is the term for the left side of a vessel when facing forward?
• Which statement best describes the M4's tactical use?
• Which action should be avoided when treating a minor burn on deck?
• What is the difference between latitude and longitude?
• The FGM-148 Javelin has a direct-attack mode for use against which targets?
• What is an EPIRB and its purpose?
• How does a positive GM affect initial stability?
• The 60 mm mortar is primarily used to provide what kind of fire?
• Which of the following is a stated MLR mission?
• What is SOLAS and its primary purpose?
• What is the correct action when you observe a man overboard?
• How does adding ballast low in the hull affect stability and trim?
• Why is it important to maintain a proper watchkeeping schedule on deck?
• What is the purpose of a ship's bilge pump?
• Which statement best describes a fixed firefighting system on ships?
• Which step may be required before discharging ballast water?
• MLR will be a ______ force.
• A Danforth anchor is particularly effective in which bottom condition?
• What is the meaning of drift in navigation?
• What is the difference between a fixed firefighting system and portable extinguishers?
• What is the MK19's primary purpose?
• Night distress signaling flares are used for signaling in emergencies. Which two types are used at night?
• What is the purpose of a lifebuoy with a line?
• The FGM-148 Javelin features include which of the following?
• The MLR is designed as a ______.
• Which inputs define Dead Reckoning when estimating position between fixes?
• What is the M4's effective range for point and area targets?
• Which aircraft is used to transport the M142 HIMARS?
• Which vehicle family is designed to deliver improved mobility and payload alongside enhanced survivability for light tactical roles?
• To account for Earth's magnetic variation in navigation, what must be applied to bearings?
• Which feature is typical of a lifeboat but not a liferaft?
• The M27 is a lightweight, ______ fed, ______mm weapon.
• What is the MK19's maximum effective range?
• What are the two main types of signaling used for emergencies on ships?
• Which statement describes JLTV's design goal?
• What is a bearing in navigation?
• What is the primary function of the ship's bridge?
• A radio fix is obtained by what means?
• What munition does the MK19 fire?
• Which weapon is described as a six-shot revolver-type grenade launcher?
• Do MLRs use amphibious platforms?
• Which instrument is not used to determine a ship's heading?
• In restricted visibility, what basic actions are recommended to avoid collisions?
• What are the three classes of fires and their typical fuels?
• What instrument is commonly used to measure a ship's speed through the water?
• What is the primary purpose of the International Code of Signals?
• An EPIRB transmits distress signals to which recipients?
• What is the purpose of a deck log entry?
• Which statement about HMMWV's kits is true?
• What is a fire boundary in ship design?
• Which statement about the ACV is correct?
• Which signaling method uses flags or flares?
• How would you explain BRM (bridge resource management) in simple terms?
• In the event of a man overboard, what is the basic recovery procedure?
• Which MARPOL pollution category is regulated by the convention?
• ACV stands for?
• What does MARPOL regulate?
• What is the righting arm GZ?
• In restricted visibility, which of the following is a recommended practice?
• The 60 mm mortar can fire which of the following rounds?
• Which statement about life-saving devices is true?
• What is the difference between true north and magnetic north?
• Which statement is true about course in navigation?
• Which statement best describes magnetic variation and deviation?
• What is the proper first aid for a minor burn sustained on deck?
• Which option accurately reflects a function of life-saving devices?
• ACV embarked troops capacity?
• Which vehicle family is designed to improve mobility and payload of light tactical vehicles while increasing survivability?
• The International Code of Signals serves to provide standardized signals for communication between ships. Choices:
• Which statement about the M4 is true?
• HIMARS crew comprises how many Marines?
• How is a position fix obtained on a chart?
• Which statement describes the difference between a two-stroke and a four-stroke internal combustion engine?
• ACV crew size?
• What is the difference between draft and freeboard?
• Infantry officers are responsible for training their Marines for every variety of what in any environment?
• ACV land speed?
• MSGL is capable of firing how many rounds in how many seconds?
• The BGM-71 TOW missile is described as what kind of weapon?
• What does MLR stand for?
• Which action is central to effective maneuvering in close quarters?
• What instrument is primarily used to determine a ship's heading?
• Infantry officers train their Marines for what type of mission in any environment?
• What is the M27 primary function?
• The M27 is intended to enhance which aspects for the automatic rifleman?
• Night distress signaling flares: which option describes the correct combination?
• Which weapon is described as providing Marines with a continuous and high rate of fire to engage long-range targets?
• ACV embarked troops capacity—ACV can carry how many embarked troops when it has 3 Marines?
• What caliber grenades does the MSGL fire?
• What is the function of the ship's fire main system?
• What is a Line of Position (LOP) used for?
• What does PASS stand for in firefighting?
• What is the primary purpose of the HMMWV?
• Which of the following is a BRM outcome?
• In restricted visibility, what is the reason for reducing speed?
• Which of the following best describes the general purpose of life-saving devices on vessels?
• When radio communications are unavailable, which method conveys status and danger visually?
• MSGL effective range: what are the area and point ranges?
• The SMAW max effective range against a tank-sized target is which distance?
• Which description best matches the MSGL?
• What is the initial action in the basic man overboard procedure?
• Which two common anchor types are described, and what are their typical uses?
• What is the purpose of a hot work permit?
• What is magnetic variation?
• What is the M240B's maximum effective range when used with a tripod, and its maximum range?
• What do the red, green, and white navigation lights indicate on a vessel underway at night?
• Besides SOLAS, which authority also mandates lifeboat and life raft drills?
• What is the primary use of a heaving line?
• What is MARPOL compliance?
• In a two-stroke engine, how many piston strokes occur per crankshaft revolution?
• What is the purpose of the M240B?
• What is the meaning of true north?
• Which statement is true about bearing in navigation?
• Which term describes the direction to a referenced object measured from north?
• Battery banks on a ship are used primarily to provide what?
• Which light color indicates the stern of a vessel?
• Which statement is true about the International Code of Signals?
• What is the primary purpose of the SMAW?
• Which statement accurately describes the JLTV's capability?
• What does Dead Reckoning mean in navigation?