AFCAT Military Aptitude 2

Question 1

In military chain of command, which principle ensures that each subordinate reports to only one superior?

Accepted Answer

Unity of command

Answer

Unity of command ensures each subordinate has only one direct superior, preventing conflicting orders.

Question 2

A military convoy must travel 480 km. The lead vehicle averages 60 km/h for the first half and 80 km/h for the second half. What is the total travel time?

Accepted Answer

7 hours

Answer

First 240 km at 60 km/h = 4 hours; second 240 km at 80 km/h = 3 hours; total = 7 hours.

Question 3

Which military rank insignia in the Indian Air Force is represented by a crown above a star?

Accepted Answer

Air Vice Marshal

Answer

An Air Vice Marshal's insignia includes a crown above a star along with crossed sword and baton.

Question 4

During a patrol, a soldier observes the enemy at a bearing of 045°. After moving 500 m due north, the bearing to the same enemy position is 090°. How far is the enemy from the second observation point?

Accepted Answer

500 m

Answer

With a 90° bearing from the new position and 45° from the original, the geometry yields an enemy distance of 500 m east of the second point.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'fire and maneuver' in infantry tactics?

Accepted Answer

One element suppresses the enemy while another moves to a better position

Answer

Fire and maneuver involves one element pinning the enemy with suppressive fire while another element advances or flanks.

(AFCAT) Air Force Common Admission Test Practice Test

(AFCAT) Air Force Common Admission Test Practice Test

AFCAT Military Aptitude 2