APT Military Knowledge and General Science Flashcards
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What is the Army's motto?
Answer: This We'll Defend
'This We'll Defend' is the official motto of the United States Army, dating back to 1778.
What does the term 'AWOL' mean?
Answer: Absent Without Leave
AWOL means Absent Without Leave — when a soldier leaves their post or fails to report without authorization.
Newton's First Law of Motion states that an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by what?
Answer: An unbalanced external force
Newton's First Law (inertia) states an object stays at rest or in motion unless an unbalanced external force acts on it.
What is the boiling point of water at sea level in Fahrenheit?
Answer: 212°F
Water boils at 212°F (100°C) at standard sea-level atmospheric pressure.
Which Army branch is primarily responsible for bridging and construction support?
Answer: Corps of Engineers
The US Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for construction, engineering, and bridging operations.
What does 'ETS' stand for in Army service?
Answer: Expiration of Term of Service
ETS stands for Expiration of Term of Service — the date a soldier's active duty enlistment contract ends.
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