Chapter 3: Control Flashcards
1
Q
What are the elements of control?
A
- Direction
- Feedback
- Information
- Communication
2
Q
What are the operational variables?
A
- Political
- Military
- Economic
- Social
- Information
- Infrastructure
- Physical Environment
- Time
3
Q
What are the mission variables?
A
- Mission
- Enemy
- Terrain and Weather
- Troops and Support Available
- Time Available
- Civil Considerations
4
Q
What is the commander’s critical information requirement?
A
An information requirement identified by the commander as being critical to facilitating timely decision making. (JP 3-0)
5
Q
What is a priority intelligence requirement?
A
An intelligence requirement that the commander and staff need to understand the threat and other aspects of the operational environment. (JP 2-01)
6
Q
What is a friendly force information requirement?
A
Information the commander and staff need to understand the status of friendly force and supporting capabilities. (JP 3-0)
7
Q
What is a control measure?
A
A means of regulating forces or war fighting functions.
