*TLPs

Question 1

What are the Troop Leading Procedures (TLPs) used for?

Answer 1

A dynamic process used by small-unit leaders to analyze a mission, develop a plan, and prepare for an operation

TLPs enable leaders to maximize available planning time while developing effective plans.

Question 2

List the eight steps of Troop Leading Procedures.

Answer 2

• Receive the mission
• Issue a warning order
• Make a tentative plan
• Initiate movement
• Conduct reconnaissance
• Complete the plan
• Issue the order
• Supervise and refine

These steps guide leaders through the planning and execution process.

Question 3

In the Troop Leading Procedures, what does the first step ‘Receive the Mission’ entail?

Answer 3

Performing an initial assessment of the situation utilizing PMESII-PT and METT-TC (I)

This step may begin with the arrival of a WARNORD or OPORD from higher headquarters.

Question 4

What does WARNORD stand for?

Answer 4

Warning Order

• Looking for the task and purpose

WARNORDs inform subordinates of the unit mission and provide the leader’s timeline.

Question 5

What are the operational variables included in PMESII-PT?

Answer 5

• Political
• Military
• Economic
• Social
• Information
• Infrastructure
• Physical environment
• Time

These variables help leaders develop a comprehensive understanding of the operational environment.

Question 6

The 1/3 – 2/3 Rule in Troop Leading Procedures refers to what?

Answer 6

Leaders at all levels use no more than one-third of the available time for planning and issuing the OPORD

This rule ensures that subordinate echelons have sufficient time for their own planning.

Question 7

What does the METT-TC (I) format stand for?

Answer 7

• Mission
• Enemy
• Terrain and weather
• Troops and support available
• Time available
• Civil considerations
• Informational considerations

This format is used for mission analysis in the Troop Leading Procedures.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: The mission statement contains the ‘who, what, when, where, and why’ of the operation, and is always the first variable commanders consider during decision-making. The mission is the ___, together with the purpose, that clearly indicates the action to be taken and the reason therefore.

The mission is the __________.

Answer 8

task

Understanding the mission is crucial for effective planning and execution.

Question 9

What are the five military aspects of terrain expressed in the memory aid OAKOC?

Answer 9

• Observation and fields of fire
• Avenues of approach
• Key and decisive terrain
• Obstacles
• Cover and concealment

These aspects help commanders analyze terrain’s impact on military operations.

Question 10

What types of rehearsals are used by company and smaller sized units?

Answer 10

• Confirmation brief
• Backbrief
• Combined arms rehearsal
• Support rehearsal
• Battle drill or SOP rehearsal

Rehearsals are essential for practicing tasks and improving Soldier understanding.

Question 11

True or false: Leaders should wait for more information before issuing a WARNORD.

Answer 11

FALSE

Leaders issue the WARNORD as soon as they finish their initial assessment of the situation.

Question 12

RXL examples

Answer 12

• react to contact
• LDA crossing
• Aid and litter
• EPW
• map reading
• IAW SOPs

Question 13

Who uses TLPs?

Answer 13

Company and below for tactical problem solving because they don’t have a staff.

BN and above use MDMP