Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR) Operator Training – M16A3/M4A1 Service Rifle Practice Test

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• Safety Rule 2
• What is the third step to clear a stoppage if the bolt is locked to the rear?
• Which rule enforces awareness of the muzzle direction and reinforces positive identification of the target?
• How do you perform the tactical carry?
• Which major component group of the M16A3 service rifle consists of the ejection port, the ejection port cover, and the housing for the bolt carrier key?
• What is the barrel length of the M4A1 service rifle?
• Which component is described as the Lower Receiver Assembly?
• Which carry method is used when contact with the enemy is imminent?
• What is the first action performed when taking the rifle from Condition 4 to Condition 1?
• In safety terminology, which term is used to indicate essential information that should be highlighted to improve understanding?
• What is the sustained rate of fire for the M4A1 service rifle?
• What are the two magazine capacities available for the M4A1?
• Which term is defined as an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly observed, could result in injury, or death of personnel?
• Pointing or aiming a functional weapon at any person or thing is unlawful except when?
• What is Weapon Code Condition 2 of the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which stoppage is associated with a lower report or reduced recoil?
• During the remedial action steps, what is the action immediately after removing the empty magazine?
• Which sling arms transport method is used primarily during periods of inclement weather to keep moisture out of the bore of the rifle?
• Which condition corresponds to safety on with a round in the chamber and bolt forward?
• Which transport is used primarily during inclement weather to keep moisture out of the bore?
• If you are told to LOAD and MAKE READY, what is the final condition of the weapon?
• In a combat environment stoppage with audible pop, what is the first step in clearance?
• What is the barrel length in millimeters?
• What is the maximum range (in meters) of the M16A3 service rifle?
• In a danger message, ignoring instructions could lead to what outcome?
• During CEASE FIRE, which action with the trigger finger must be performed?
• What component is the metal spring-loaded flap over the opening where the spent brass comes out of called?
• During the transfer of the weapon to another person, which action is required?
• A danger message is an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition that, if not strictly observed _____ result in death or serious injury, or threatens the primary mission of the ship.
• When given the command to CEASE FIRE you should do what?
• Which of the following is NOT a selector lever setting for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Safety Rule 1
• Which carry method is used when enemy contact is likely (probable)?
• What is the barrel length of the M16A3 service rifle?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M16A3 service rifle in meters?
• When given the command to MAKE READY you should do what?
• Which method of carry is commonly used when no immediate threat is present?
• To minimize the risk of negligent firing and reinforce positive identification, which safety rule is the rationale?
• What is the overall length of the M4A1 service rifle with the buttstock open?
• Which of the following is NOT a sub-component of the bolt and bolt carrier assembly?
• What are the three transports for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which term is defined as an operating or maintenance procedure, practice that is essential to highlight?
• Which two models are described as using 20 or 30 round magazines?
• What is the weight of the M4A1 service rifle in kilograms?
• During receiving the weapon, which step must the recipient perform?
• Which major component group holds cartridges ready for feeding and provides a guide positioning for cartridges for stripping?
• This rule enforces the use of the weapon's safety feature(s) and reinforces positive identification of the target?
• What is the muzzle velocity of the M16A3 service rifle?
• What is the most fundamental safety rule in handling firearms?
• During UNLOAD, which step involves observing the bolt moving forward on an empty chamber?
• Which major component group does NOT include the cartridge extractor, ejector, or firing pin?
• Which action releases the empty magazine from the magazine well?
• What is the proper name for the T-handle at the back of the rifle?
• Which weapon has the greater maximum effective range?
• Which component is the Bolt Carrier Assembly?
• The T-handle at the back of the rifle is known as the what?
• A safety function should be performed when?
• The assembly that houses the ejection port, the ejection port cover, and the housing for the bolt carrier key is part of which major group?
• How many ways are there to transport the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• In the M16A3/M4A1 selector lever, which position results in firing a single round with each trigger pull?
• An audible pop/reduced recoil is usually identified by which condition?
• Which component retains the hand guard?
• Which of the following is NOT a sub-component of the lower receiver assembly?
• Brass obstruction in the chamber area usually indicates what?
• When given the command to LOAD you should do what?
• What does the S in SPORTS stand for?
• During brass obstruction clearance, which action follows the initial 4a step?
• What position is the selector lever in if the trigger is pulled and the hammer does not fall?
• Which transport allows the muzzle to be pointed either up or down?
• What is the muzzle velocity in meters per second?
• The butt stock and pistol grip section of the rifle is known as which component?
• What is the recommended action to take with an empty magazine if time permits during remedial action?
• Which major component group consists of the ejection port cover, and the housing of the bolt carrier key?
• On the command FIRE, which step is performed after aiming?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M4A1 service rifle?
• The operating system of the M16A3/M4A1 is best described as which?
• Which feature allows automatic or semi-automatic fire on the M16A3/M4A1?
• Which of the following is NOT a sub-component of the upper receiver assembly?
• Which cycle step is described as feeding, where the next round is fed into the chamber from the magazine?
• What should be used to clean powder fouling, corrosion, and dirt from the outside receiver and extension assembly?
• What is the overall length of the M16A3 service rifle?
• Which statement best describes the M16A3/M4A1?
• Which action is NOT part of the UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR sequence from Condition 1 or 3 to 4?
• How many major components does the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle have?
• How do you perform the ready carry?
• Which of the following is not one of the four major components of the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which term is defined as an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of equipment or loss of mission effectiveness?
• Under weapons condition code 4, the bolt position is what?
• What common stoppage is characterized by a double feed?
• To prevent unintentional injury when handling or transferring possession of a weapon, which safety rule applies?
• What is the third step in combat environment stoppage clearance after placing the rifle in Condition 4 and locking the bolt to the rear?
• When given the command to UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR you should do what?
• Which type of stoppage usually occurs as a result of not seating the magazine?
• What is the first step common to performing Tactical, Alert, and Ready carries?
• What type of feeding does the M16A3/M4A1 use?
• What is the weight of the M16A3 service rifle?
• The action of taking the weapon from condition 4 to condition 1 is associated with which of the following weapon handling commands?
• In a training environment, what is the second action you must take when handling a stoppage with audible pop/reduced recoil?
• What is the second step of the Tactical Carry?
• Which of the following is NOT a sub-component of the magazine group assembly?
• In the cycle of operations for the M16A3/M4A1, which is the first step?
• Which of the following is NOT a listed ammunition type for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which of the following is NOT an M16A3/M4A1 service rifle weapon condition code?
• During which action is a safety/function check specifically recommended?
• Which cycle step is described as the round being extracted after firing as the bolt travels rearward?
• In the tactical carry, where should the muzzle be relative to eye level?
• Which rule also minimizes the risk of negligent discharge and reinforces positive identification of the target?
• What are the magazine capacities for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which major component group consists of the cartridge extractor, ejector and firing pin?
• In a training environment, what action occurs if bore obstruction is found during stoppage clearance?
• Whose responsibility is proper weapon handling?
• What is Weapon Code Condition 1 of the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• When given the command to LOAD and MAKE READY you should do what?
• What type of weapon is the M16A3/M4A1?
• What is the muzzle velocity of the M4A1 service rifle in feet per second?
• Safety Rule 4
• What does the P in SPORTS stand for?
• What is Weapon Code Condition 3 of the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• How many positions does the selector lever have?
• Which component ensures the bolt is fully forward and locked?
• What is the primary function of the barrel?
• Which command sequence moves the weapon from Condition 4 directly to Condition 1?
• What is the mechanism type of the M16A3 service rifle?
• During UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR from Condition 1 or 3 to 4, what is the action performed immediately after removing the magazine?
• What is "Danger"?
• When given the command to UNLOAD you should do what?
• A clearing barrel provides a safe direction to point a weapon when performing all of the following "load, unload, unload show clear, make ready" except?
• If brass obstruction exists and the bolt will not lock to the rear, which action is the first in the 4a-4c procedure?
• During UNLOAD from Condition 1 or 3 to 4, which action is performed last?
• A clearing barrel provides a safe direction in which to point a weapon when performing all of the following functions EXCEPT?
• Which safety practice requires the weapon to be kept on safe until ready to fire?
• What is the second step to clear a stoppage if the bolt is locked to the rear?
• What is the most prevalent factor in accidents involving firearms?
• What is the overall length with the buttstock closed?
• What is the first step to clear a stoppage if the bolt is locked to the rear?
• Which part protects the upper receiver from foreign matter when the weapon is not in use?
• A safety/function check should be performed _______.
• Which of the following is not a transport method for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• The remedial action steps would be used to fix which stoppage?
• Which of these is NOT a selector lever position?
• What is the weight of the M4A1 service rifle with a 30-round magazine?
• In which condition is the magazine removed?
• Who is primarily responsible for safe handling of a weapon in your possession?
• Which Weapon Condition Code DOES NOT apply to the M16A3 service rifle?
• What caliber is the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• In the tactical carry, how is the barrel positioned?
• When given the command to FIRE you should do what?
• What are the three ways to carry the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• Which safety rule requires you to treat every weapon as if it were loaded?
• Which designation corresponds to tracer ammunition for the M16A3/M4A1?
• What is Weapon Code Condition 4 of the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• What is the magazine type of the M16A3 service rifle?
• Safety Rule 3
• In safety terminology, which term describes a critical safety warning that could result in serious injury or death if ignored?
• During the LOAD command, which action follows locking the bolt to the rear?
• In the cycle of operation, what term describes the action when the bolt travels forward and chambers a live round?
• Which transport is used when no immediate threat is present and enemy contact is unlikely, with the muzzle pointed up?
• Which of the following is a valid selector lever setting for the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle?
• What type of safety does the M16A3/M4A1 service rifle have?
• Which of the following statements best describes weapons condition code 4?
• What is the function of the Ejection Port Cover?
• Which component houses the action spring, the buffer assembly, and the extension assembly in the M4A1 service rifle?
• Which component in the magazine group is described as retaining the magazine and allowing the operator to release it?
• What is the muzzle velocity of the M16A3 service rifle in meters per second?
• How do you perform the alert carry?
• The M16A3/M4A1 is described as which characteristic?
• What is the first step in the clearing barrel LOAD procedure?
• In which condition is the chamber empty but the magazine is inserted and the ejection port cover closed?
• In MAKE READY from Condition 3 to Condition 1, what is the first action?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M16A3 service rifle?
• In the context of safety, which term describes a procedure that, if not observed, could result in equipment damage but not personal injury?
• What is the recommended time to perform a safety check after reassembling the rifle?
• What is the cyclic rate of fire for the M4A1 service rifle?
• In SPORTS, what does the T stand for?
• Which operation is not performed while using a clearing barrel?
• Which description corresponds to a stoppage in which the bolt is forward?
• Which component houses the action spring, the buffer assembly, and the extension assembly?
• In the condition description 'Safety off, magazine inserted, round in chamber, bolt forward, ejection port cover closed', what is the state of the ejection port cover?