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

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