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  1. Which document serves as the primary requirements document that initiates the defense acquisition process by identifying a capability gap?

    Answer: Initial Capabilities Document (ICD)

    The Initial Capabilities Document (ICD) identifies a capability gap and initiates the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process.

  2. In the Defense Acquisition System, what is the purpose of a Milestone Decision Authority (MDA)?

    Answer: To authorize entry into each acquisition phase at key decision points

    The MDA has the authority to approve a program's entry into the next acquisition phase at Milestone reviews.

  3. What is the primary purpose of an Acquisition Strategy?

    Answer: To outline the government's overall plan for acquiring a system

    The Acquisition Strategy is the program manager's overall plan describing how the program will be managed, structured, and resourced.

  4. Under DoDI 5000.02, which acquisition phase focuses on maturing technology and reducing technical risk before a full commitment to development?

    Answer: Materiel Solution Analysis (MSA)

    Materiel Solution Analysis (MSA) is where technology maturity is assessed and alternatives are analyzed before major investment decisions.

  5. What does Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 indicate about a technology?

    Answer: The technology has been proven through mission operations

    TRL 9 represents the highest maturity level, indicating the technology has been proven in an actual mission environment.

  6. Which of the following best describes the role of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in the acquisition process?

    Answer: Auditing contractor financial records and cost proposals

    DCAA performs contract audits to ensure the accuracy and reasonableness of contractor cost proposals and financial data.

  7. In a firm-fixed-price (FFP) contract, who bears the risk of cost overruns?

    Answer: The contractor

    Under a firm-fixed-price contract, the contractor absorbs all cost overruns and retains any cost savings, placing maximum risk on the contractor.

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