Weapons Systems

Question 1

What is the FM concerning the M16/A2 Rifle?

Answer 1

FM 3-22.9

Question 2

What is the first thing you should do when handling a weapon?

Answer 2

Clear it

Question 3

Name the 5 phases in Basic Rifle Marksmanship

Answer 3

1. Preliminary Rifle instruction
2. Downrange feedback
3. Field fire
4. Advanced rifle marksmanship
5. Advanced optics, laser and iron sights

Question 4

What are the four fundamentals of maksmanship?

Answer 4

1. Steady position
2. Proper aim (sight picture)
3. Breathing
4. Trigger squeeze

Question 5

What are the 2 basic elements of the sight picture?

Answer 5

1. Sight alignment
2. Placing of the aiming point

Question 6

What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?

Answer 6

Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap and Shoot

Question 7

What is remedial action?

Answer 7

The continuing effort to determine the cause for a stoppage or malfunction and remedy it.

Question 8

Describe the procedure for applying remedial action with the M16.

Answer 8

1. Try to place the weapon on safe
2. Remove the magazine
3. Lock the bolt to the rear
4. Place the weapon on safe if not already done

Question 9

Describe the proper procedure for applying immediate action with the M16?

Answer 9

1. Slap gently upward on the magazine to ensure it is fully seated, and the follower is not jammed.
2. Pull the charging handle fully to the rear.
3. Observe for the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge.
4. Release the charging handle.
5. Tap the forward assist assembly.
6. Squeeze the trigger and try to fire.