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What does the contour interval represent on a map?
What does the contour interval represent on a map?
Which element is NOT included in the specification of the spheroid?
Which element is NOT included in the specification of the spheroid?
What is the purpose of rulers in map reading?
What is the purpose of rulers in map reading?
Which projection system is mentioned in the description of the map's parameters?
Which projection system is mentioned in the description of the map's parameters?
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What information does the grid system provide on a map?
What information does the grid system provide on a map?
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Who must be saluted by the saluting party according to the protocols outlined?
Who must be saluted by the saluting party according to the protocols outlined?
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What is the proper greeting when saluting an officer?
What is the proper greeting when saluting an officer?
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What is the primary theme of the ROTC's Golden Rule?
What is the primary theme of the ROTC's Golden Rule?
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What is expected when there is uncertainty about whether to salute?
What is expected when there is uncertainty about whether to salute?
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What must personnel do regarding military secrecy?
What must personnel do regarding military secrecy?
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What sentiment is expressed in 'This is my rifle, this is my wife'?
What sentiment is expressed in 'This is my rifle, this is my wife'?
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When is it appropriate to greet all faculty and personnel?
When is it appropriate to greet all faculty and personnel?
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What does the phrase 'Obey, obey, and never complain' suggest about military discipline?
What does the phrase 'Obey, obey, and never complain' suggest about military discipline?
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What type of projection ensures that small areas retain their true shapes and that measured angles closely approximate true values?
What type of projection ensures that small areas retain their true shapes and that measured angles closely approximate true values?
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What is the vertical datum referenced in the provided information?
What is the vertical datum referenced in the provided information?
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Which agency is indicated as controlling the technical aspects of information on the map?
Which agency is indicated as controlling the technical aspects of information on the map?
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What does the horizontal datum mentioned in the information refer to?
What does the horizontal datum mentioned in the information refer to?
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Which of the following captures the essence of the control information provided on the map?
Which of the following captures the essence of the control information provided on the map?
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Which entity is identified as responsible for the preparation and printing of the map?
Which entity is identified as responsible for the preparation and printing of the map?
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What is essential for horizontal-control surveys as per the provided information?
What is essential for horizontal-control surveys as per the provided information?
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Which projection type is referenced for mapping in the provided context?
Which projection type is referenced for mapping in the provided context?
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What is the primary goal for the navy by the year 2030?
What is the primary goal for the navy by the year 2030?
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Which three values are emphasized in the goal for the navy's future?
Which three values are emphasized in the goal for the navy's future?
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What is the underlying theme of the navy's vision for 2030?
What is the underlying theme of the navy's vision for 2030?
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Which phrase best captures the essence of the navy's commitment towards 2030?
Which phrase best captures the essence of the navy's commitment towards 2030?
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What does the term 'credible navy' imply about the desired qualities of the naval forces?
What does the term 'credible navy' imply about the desired qualities of the naval forces?
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How does the statement address the perception of the navy by its maritime nation?
How does the statement address the perception of the navy by its maritime nation?
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What strategic approach does the emphasis on 'Honor, Dedication, Patriotism' suggest for the navy?
What strategic approach does the emphasis on 'Honor, Dedication, Patriotism' suggest for the navy?
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What does the repetition of the phrase 'strong and credible navy' indicate about the navy's future vision?
What does the repetition of the phrase 'strong and credible navy' indicate about the navy's future vision?
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What qualities are emphasized for the navy by the year 2030?
What qualities are emphasized for the navy by the year 2030?
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What is the primary goal stated for the navy by 2030?
What is the primary goal stated for the navy by 2030?
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Which of the following statements reflects the vision for the navy?
Which of the following statements reflects the vision for the navy?
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Which of these is NOT mentioned as a key focus for the navy?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as a key focus for the navy?
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Which year is highlighted as a target for establishing a credible navy?
Which year is highlighted as a target for establishing a credible navy?
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What sentiment is conveyed about national pride in relation to the navy?
What sentiment is conveyed about national pride in relation to the navy?
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What type of nation is the navy expected to represent by 2030?
What type of nation is the navy expected to represent by 2030?
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What is the underlying principle suggested by stating 'Honor. Dedication. Patriotism.'?
What is the underlying principle suggested by stating 'Honor. Dedication. Patriotism.'?
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Which feature is characterized by a deep or low point between two areas of higher ground?
Which feature is characterized by a deep or low point between two areas of higher ground?
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What distinguishes a draw from a valley?
What distinguishes a draw from a valley?
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What type of contour line is placed to specify half of the contour interval?
What type of contour line is placed to specify half of the contour interval?
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Which terrain feature results from cutting through raised ground to create a level bed?
Which terrain feature results from cutting through raised ground to create a level bed?
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What is the defining characteristic of a cliff as a terrain feature?
What is the defining characteristic of a cliff as a terrain feature?
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Which method is NOT an effective technique for orienting a map?
Which method is NOT an effective technique for orienting a map?
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Which terrain feature is a vertical or steeply sloped formation?
Which terrain feature is a vertical or steeply sloped formation?
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What is the primary purpose of using grid coordinates in map reading?
What is the primary purpose of using grid coordinates in map reading?
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Study Notes
Military Study Notes
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VIPs:
- Commander-in-Chief: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
- Secretary of National Defense: Gilbert C. Teodoro Jr.
- Chief of Staff: Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr.
- Flag Officer in Command: VAdm. Toribio D. Adaci Jr.
- President of the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PLV): Dr. Nedeña C. Torralba
- Vice President for Planning and Finance (PLV): Dr. John A. Cabaddu
- Vice President for Academic Affairs (PLV): Dr. Nelda Gene C. Mariano
- NSTP Director (PLV): Mr. Romulo T. Romo
- NROTC Coordinator (PLV): Mr. Kenneth L. Antonio
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Plebe Knowledge:
- Cadet Private Juan Dela Cruz
- From Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela ROTC Unit
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Standard Operating Procedures (SOP):
- Stand at attention when talking to a superior officer
- Maintain proper posture and hand position at attention
- Begin and end statements with "Sir" or "Ma'am"
- Move on the double
- Report 15 minutes before designated time
- Perform 30 push-ups for lateness
- State commitment to improvement following punishment
- Walk on the left side when with superior officer
- Adhere to the right of way protocols in corridors
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Military Secrecy/Rifle Code/Golden Rule/Pledge/Honor Code/Loyalty Pledge:
- Military secrecy: Ensure confidentiality of information (what I see, hear, feel, and do)
- Rifle code: Maintain the security of one's rifle, and commitment to military values
- Golden Rule: Upperclassmen are always right, if wrong go back to rule one.
- Unity Pledge: Loyalty to one self, and country
- Honor Code: Adherence to ethical behaviors and intolerance of dishonesty.
- Loyalty Pledge: Dedicated service to the institution and the country
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Standard Operating Procedures (SOP):
- Salute to superior officers and other personnel.
- Greetings to all officers and personnel.
- Obey all orders without complaint
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Signal Communication:
- A method of conveying information.
- Excludes direct communication.
- Combination of means and methods.
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Means of Communication:
- A medium used to convey a message.
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Agency of Communication:
- Facility encompassing personnel and equipment, providing signal communication by any means or combination thereof.
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Tactical Radio Sets:
- Principal means of communication in tactical units.
- Used for command, fire control, and information exchange
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Physical Communication:
- Types include Messenger, Trained Animals, and Mail
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Messenger Service:
- Oldest and most secure communication method.
- Can be special and scheduled messenger service.
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Advantages of Messenger Service:
- Highly secure.
- Mass data transfer possible.
- Doesn't rely on other means of technology.
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Disadvantages of Messenger Service:
- Slow transmission.
- Limited person-to-person contact.
- Can be stopped by environmental obstacles.
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Trained Animals: Used for long-distance communication thanks to their navigational skills.
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Mail: Not under the direct control of communicators. The Adjutant General provides all funds.
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Telecommunication: Dervied from Greek word 'tele' meaning "far." Methods include wire, radio, and visual methods.
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Wire Communication:
- Primarily for military units.
- Includes field wires, cables, wire laying/recovery equipment, and telephones (sound powered/battery operated digital/rotary)
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Advantages of Wire Communication:
- Efficient person-to-person contact.
- Potentially resilient to interruptions.
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Disadvantages of Wire Communication:
- Requires more time and effort to install.
- Vulnerable to sabotage.
- Subject to environmental obstacles.
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Radio Communication:
- Rapid communication method.
- Frequently used for command, control, contact, and direction.
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Advantages of Radio Communication:
- Faster and mobile.
- Can overcome environmental obstacles.
- More resilient to interruptions.
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Disadvantages of Radio Communication:
- Vulnerable to equipment breakdowns or atmospheric/signal interference.
- Least secure means.
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Visual Signal:
- Used for controlling small units.
- Relegated to auxiliary means of communication over the years.
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Advantages of Visual Signal:
- Suitable for short messages.
- Suitable for short distances.
- Doesn't require high-tech equipment.
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Disadvantages of Visual Signal:
- Vulnerable to interception.
- Susceptible to deception.
- Relies on direct line of sight.
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Sound Signal:
- Used primarily for spreading alarms or alerts (hostile air, mechanized, gas attack)
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Advantages of Sound Signal:
- Ideal for short messages.
- Operates over short distances (no line of sight requirement).
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Disadvantages of Sound Signal:
- Easy to intercept.
- Vulnerable to background noise or sound interference.
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Fundamentals of Tactical Radio Communication:
- Radio Net: A collection of linked stations using the same frequency
- Call Sign: Distinguishable words used to identify a station/facility
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Collective Call Sign: Identifies a limited group of stations in a Radio Net.
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Net Call Sign: Identifies all radio stations in a Radio Net
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Call - a method: Establishing communication with a method to identify a station and self-identity, with designated words.
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Over/Roger/Out/Wilco/Query: Communication commands used in radio communication
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Lima Charlie/Say Again/Request Net with: Standard tactical radio communications
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Wait one/Read Back/Radio Silence/Break-break: Useful commands to control and coordinate communications, particularly in urgent situations.
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Phonetic Alphabet: Enables clear identification of letters or numbers; used to avoid misunderstanding in communications.
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Numerical Pronunciation: Standardized way to communicate numbers; includes pronunciation of numbers in a formal format.
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International Morse Code: A method using a series of dots and dashes to transmit messages; using symbols to communicate.
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Basic Intelligence: A multifaceted subject covering definitions and the four phases.
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Intelligence and Counter-intelligence: Definitions and descriptions of the concepts
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Intelligence Cycle: The cyclical process of collecting, evaluating, analyzing, understanding, integrating, disseminating, and using information
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Planning or Direction of the Collection Effort: Crucial phase in intelligence production, determining specific intelligence needs to support mission goals.
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Steps to consider in Planning- Determine intelligence requirements, study guidelines. Includes considering enemy capabilities, vulnerabilities, weather, and terrain, and ongoing national conditions.
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Collection of Information: Method for the information to be gathered, understood, and implemented effectively to support current needs/goals/mission tasks.
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Processing of Production of Intelligence: Gathering, and understanding of material/information to complete and form conclusive opinions.
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Three Related Parts of Processing:
- Recording - Mechanical process arranging information
- Evaluation
- Interpretation
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Tools Used in Recording: Intelligence Journal, Intelligence Worksheet, Enemy Situation Map, Intelligence Files
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Evaluation: Examination of information, determining its pertinence, reliability, credibility, and accuracy of information.
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Evaluation Rating: Different criteria to assess reliability and accuracy of information source/agency
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Interpretation: Determining importance of data/information gathering to generate conclusions on probable meaning of the evaluated information; using analysis, integration, and deduction.
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Dissemination and Use of Intelligence: Dissemination methods for providing information, including criteria/considerations (timeliness, propriety, clarity, adequate tools).
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Dissemination Methods: Personal contacts, messages, intelligence documents (including estimates, summaries, periodic reports, annexes, tactical studies)
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Basic Survival: Knowledge of survival strategies, camp sites, obtaining/preparing/preserving food, locating water
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Survival Techniques: Assessing situations, acknowledging limitations, controlling emotions/anxiety, creating practical solutions, maintaining a positive attitude, leveraging local knowledge and practices/resources
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Locating Water: Imporving water supply, ensuring quality, and preventing harm
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Building Shelter: Building suitable and effective protection
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Building Fire:
- Choosing a safe location
- Gathering necessary materials
- Using various fire-building methods
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Locating Source of Water: Methods for finding safe drinking water, considering the environment.
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Obtaining Food: Sources of plant and animal food.
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Plant Food: Consuming native plants and gathering safely, without poisoning.
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Animal Food: Locating and obtaining animal sources of food safely.
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Setting Traps and Snares: Techniques for capturing animals for food safely and appropriately.
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Preserving Animal Food: Methods and techniques for storing and preserving animal products/meat.
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Map Reading and Land Navigation:
- Defining Maps and their purpose
- Importance
- Care and Security
- Categories/Types
- Understanding Marginal Information, Scales/Distances, Direction, Elevation and Relief
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Threats to National Security and Anti-Terrorism:
- National Security
- Measures include international diplomacy, economic power, effective forces, and civil defense measures in support of anti-terrorism legislation
- Essential elements include socio-political stability, territorial integrity, economic strength, ecological balance, cultural cohesiveness, moral-spiritual consensus, and external peace.
- Internal Threats: Communist Party of the Philippines - New People's Army - National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF), Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), Organized Crime.
- External Threats: Multilateral disputes (like South China Sea, Spratly, Sabah), transnational crime, lasting economic impact on other countries, ethnic conflicts, weapons of mass destruction (WMD) proliferation, cybernetic crime, natural disasters and environmental degradation.
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Compass and its Uses:
- The Magnetic Compass serves as the primary instrument for measuring direction/angles in military applications.
- Types of magnetic compasses include the lensatic and artillery compass.
- Care and Use of Compass: Handling with care in order to avoid damage during handling/application; securing the compass away from external influences
- Distances from objects to ensure safe compass operations.
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Parts Of Lensatic Compass: Luminous dot, cover, front sight (hair line), dial, stationary index, movable brass rim, scale, rear sight, lens, eye piece, holding ring, degrees dot, 180 degrees, 270 degrees dot, movable crystal, rim holder.
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Proper Way Of Sighting the Lensatic Compass: Aligning the compass with the targeted direction to measure the position, and angle
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Orientation of Map: Positioning the map in a horizontal manner with its north and south corresponding to the actual north and south to orientate the map before use.
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Explore the essential protocols of the ROTC program and the fundamental aspects of map reading. This quiz covers topics like contour intervals, grid systems, military saluting protocols, and core values like the Golden Rule. Enhance your understanding of both map literacy and military conduct.