Yeoman Chief Petty Officer (YN-C) Advancement Practice Exam

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• What is the form number for Correspondence Document Control Cards?
• How many protection zones does the Collective Protection System consist of?
• When are E6 evaluations (EVALs) typically due?
• What is the maximum time frame for publishing the name, rate, offense, and disposition of an offender following NJP?
• In terms of officers calling cards, what does the notation "p.r." signify?
• What is the primary purpose of a preliminary inquiry initiated by a commander following an NCIS notification?
• Who is responsible for informing the offender of their right to appeal punishment?
• Which type of correspondence is used for communication within and between commands?
• In which religion are pork and beef products generally forbidden?
• What should always be the most important consideration for guests when planning a function?
• Which of the following best describes an operational message?
• What is the federal government’s standard automated request tool used for personnel security investigations?
• For service members who entered uniformed service on or after March 1st, 1990, what is the monthly premium to provide an annuity to an eligible spouse?
• If "NOT PERF" is entered in block 30 (Date Counseled), what additional action must be taken?
• What term should be designated to appendices?
• No two words hurt naval writing more than what?
• Replies to invitations for brunches, luncheons, and dinners should be made within how long?
• Which of the following is a common aim of a terrorist group's activities?
• Who normally takes over the duties of the executive officer if they become incapacitated?
• What is the function of lines 11 and 13 in formatted documents?
• In what year was the Navy Department Board of Decorations and Medals established?
• What summarizes a member's professional and performance history?
• What is a primary function of the Navy's Performance Evaluation System (PES)?
• How often should the Personnel Security Appeals Board convene?
• Who is responsible for the proper handling and stowage of Navy-wide examinations?
• What terminology is used for a military operation involving high security clearance requirements?
• What often signifies a document as confidential or sensitive?
• What is the expected uniform for Military Men and Women for a formal evening reception after 8 PM?
• Who is responsible for implementing the ISP and has direct access to the commanding officer?
• In which religion are pork, shellfish, and certain parts of the cow forbidden?
• What happens to the retirement annuity for a member’s spouse at age 62?
• Who exercises overall management of the DON Directives Issuance System?
• After discovering a loss of classified material, how long does a command have to initiate a preliminary investigation?
• Which type of invitations are the most formal and expensive, usually bearing the crest of the host or hostess?
• What is the purpose of the Bibliography for Advancement-in-Rate?
• Limit using the SSN of a military member unless authorized by which Executive Order?
• Which of the following is a key responsibility of the Correspondence Manager?
• What must all correspondence be to meet official standards?
• Who is responsible for presenting the Medal of Honor to living recipients?
• What is the TIR required for advancement from E-8 to E-9?
• Which of the following is essential for maintaining operational security?
• Which medal is awarded for heroism not involving actual conflict with the enemy?
• What term describes broad enlisted career fields in the Navy?
• How soon should you provide information on Navy College availability to an arriving service member?
• A member’s failure to comply with security procedures may result in what consequence?
• What should be entered in block 21 (billet subcategory) if there is no billet subcategory code?
• A senior officer may prefer to have what engraved on personal cards for identification?
• What is crucial for heading off inquiries on overdue replies for controlled correspondence routed for action?
• Who is responsible for establishing minimum standards for the security of classified information storage?
• Who is the authority in whose name a message is sent?
• Who directs the implementation of the information assurance program within the command?
• When personal signing is impractical, what can a commanding officer authorize others to use?
• Which agency is primarily responsible for security investigations in the Navy?
• Which entity approves the usage of slogans on official documents within the Navy?
• What is the purpose of delegating signature authority?
• What is a directive that has a one-time or brief nature and includes a self-canceling provision?
• Which type of directive is suitable for formats used for manuals consisting of various parts, chapters, or sections?
• What should be prioritized by personnel during combat situations according to Navy guidelines?
• What is the maximum time frame for the completion of a favorably adjudicated SSBI or SSBI-PR for the designated security manager of a command?
• What is the maximum number of hours EMI is typically conducted per day?
• When completing block 23 for a reservist who is a civilian reporting senior, what grade should be entered?
• In the context of message security, what does “N/A” denote?
• What type of evaluation assesses the effectiveness of personnel in the military?
• When signing documents under delegated authority, what phrase do subordinates typically use?
• Drinking a large amount of cough medication is a common method of abusing which drug?
• When is it appropriate to recommend a retirement award?
• If you suspect fraud, waste, or improprieties in the Department of the Navy, what is the first step to take?
• In managing controlled correspondence, what practice can reduce overdue replies?
• What determines if a message is operational or administrative in nature?
• What can be the result of poor formatting in official correspondence?
• Which principle is emphasized regarding communication in Navy operations?
• What is a combination of two non-code words that may or may not be classified known as?
• How many members are designated to serve on the Personnel Security Appeals Board (PSAB)?
• What transportation capability do Wasp class LHDs provide?
• When may a recommendation of must promote or early promote not be assigned?
• Which religion is noted for having no dietary restrictions, though some followers abstain from meat?
• What is the purpose of an EVAL report?
• On the first line of letterhead stationery, what is the point type used for "DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY"?
• What is the rule regarding classified information from a non-DoD department or agency?
• How many legible ink changes are permitted on a page?
• Which instruction allows the COMNAVCRUITCOM Enlisted Recruiter of the Year to be advanced to the next pay-grade?
• What is the expected uniform for Military Men and Women attending a Very Formal (White Tie) evening reception after 8 PM?
• Under Terrorist Force Protection Conditions, which condition applies when a general threat of possible terrorist activity exists but warrants only a routine security posture?
• Which of the following moral principles provides direction and consistency to leadership?
• What machines are known to provide a fast and reliable means for sending official correspondence?
• A notice usually remains in effect for less than how many months?
• Which title should precede the names of officers in the grade of Commander and above?
• Which form is utilized for documenting Security Container Check Sheets?
• Who are the individuals that are classified as Reporting Seniors?
• What role do Commanding Officers and Officers in charge serve in terms of command authority?
• For spouses or former spouses of retirees post-October 1, 1985, the annuity reduces to what percentage upon reaching age 62?
• What is typically required for documentation in personnel management systems?
• What is the standard size for letterhead stationary?
• How many days must changes be followed by a change transmittal or revision to the basic instruction after an Interim message change is issued?
• What type of jurisdiction do Federal civil authorities have over military personnel offenses?
• What is the function of the General Services Administration in relation to classified information?
• What are the short, concise messages that request action or report a problem with a previously transmitted message?
• An enlisted OIC in the grade of E9 may sign reports on whom?
• Which award citation starts with "For exceptionally meritorious service to the Government of the United States in a duty of great responsibility..."?
• Is the Defense Logistics Agency responsible for acquiring weapons for military services?
• True or False: A person in the Navy or Marine Corps can demand a trial by court-martial instead of non-judicial punishment.
• What is the primary purpose of the Command Indoctrination Program?
• If an unmarried member who elects former spouse coverage later acquires a spouse, what happens to the former spouse's coverage when the election is changed?
• RESTRICTED DATA is defined in which act?
• How long may regular reports, including letter-extensions, extend without NAVPERSCOM approval?
• What is the speed of service and prosign for Routine messages?
• Which action is NOT attributed to the responsibilities of the Defense Logistics Agency?
• Computer terminals used to process classified material must comply with the requirements of which instruction?
• Which of the following actions is considered a violation of the third agency rule?
• What document serves as a symbol of recognition for outstanding achievement in military service?
• What does NTP 3 stand for in naval terminology?
• How many categories are U.S. Navy ships divided into?
• What established the civilian housing market as the primary source of housing for military personnel?
• Which of the following are principles of using credit?
• What phase of security education involves learning security procedures for the assigned position?
• To what size shall a cross-cut shredder reduce information?
• What is a service member not required to do regarding their EVAL?
• What happens to a member's SBP election when they change to cover a new spouse and/or children?
• What type of system is used to detect intrusions?
• What designation is applied to classified messages requiring special handling procedures?
• What element is key to effective damage control operations?
• A combination of two non-code words that may have a classified meaning are referred to as what?
• Who is responsible for screening incoming communications and assigning action officers?
• In naval writing, what is vital to ensure clarity and understanding?
• Which instruction pertains to foreign visitors requiring access to classified material?
• What is the alternative name for a Point Paper that presents essential elements of a subject?
• Who must be a U.S citizen and either officers, enlisted persons E-6 or above, or civilians GS-6 or above and designated in writing?
• Which official documents are managed under the DON Directives Issuance System?
• Which of the following is NOT a principle of using credit?
• Where should the first line of the letterhead be positioned on the page?
• Senate regulations require classified material to be delivered to which office?
• What symbolizes that our distinguished comrades are unable to join us for festivities during the POW/MIA Table ceremony?
• Who is primarily responsible for the accountability of Navy-wide examinations?
• Which form of communication is typically more effective for sending confidential documents quickly?
• What do the objectives of terrorists often include?
• Which form is used to track actions taken on directives?
• What is the approved method for requesting PSI products from OPM regarding national security positions?
• How are personnel advanced to the pay-grades of E2-E3?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of U.S. Navy ships?
• What is the required time frame for completing a preliminary inquiry following NCIS notification?
• An appeal of non-judicial punishment shall be submitted within how many working days of the imposition of NJP, or the right to appeal shall be waived in the absence of good cause shown?
• How should professionals ensure that classified materials are protected?
• Under which MILPERSMAN article does the Selective Conversion and Reenlistment (SCORE) Program fall?
• Which of the following naval personnel may face arrest in quarters?
• What is the maximum combined percent of a summary group for early promote and must promote for E-6 members?
• Over what time period can EMI be assigned to correct a deficiency?
• What is a key component of an effective continuous evaluation program?
• When writing, how many sentences should you typically keep paragraphs down to?
• Which instruction would be best to consult regarding access for foreign visitors?
• What is the action word in a sentence, often the most important word?
• Where should classified documents be marked to show the highest overall classification level?
• What right to counsel does an accused have prior to non-judicial punishment?
• Which of the following constitutes a proper salutation in naval correspondence?
• What is one of the primary responsibilities of the IAM?
• Burns from exposure to mustard vapor will be more serious in which body areas?
• Which directive has similar authority and effect as an instruction but is intended for limited use?
• How may a member eligible for consideration by a selection board communicate with the board?
• What program provides for the management and issuance of all DON SCGs?
• Who is responsible for investigating actual, suspected, or alleged national security incidents within the DON?
• What is referred to as the nerve center of the damage control organization?
• True or False: The Medal of Honor, Purple Heart, and Combat Action Ribbon may not be awarded to personnel of foreign nations.
• Correspondence transmitted via which means holds the same authority as the original?
• Which of the following fonts is recommended for computer generated letterhead?
• What symbolizes the everlasting hope for a joyous reunion with those yet unaccounted for in relation to the POW/MIA Table?
• NATO is a military alliance consisting of how many countries from North America and Europe?
• What DoD electronic PSI request tool was developed to support the Defense Security Service?
• What is the typical maximum size for shredded documents according to standard shredding practices?
• Which command is responsible for the organization and training of computer and telecommunications activities?
• Which instruction provides guidance on security classifications and declassification markings?
• What document outlines the requirements for military personnel in emergency situations?
• In the Navy's core values, what is the focus of the value "Honor"?
• What is the nature of a message that is destined for two or more addressees, but no addressee needs to know about the others?
• Which form is used to recommend Personal Awards?
• Which trait mark recommendation indicates a member can handle duties of the next higher pay-grade?
• What should not be entered on the Mid-Term Counseling?
• To what level should signature authority typically be delegated?
• In official documents, what do lines 11 and 13 typically refer to?
• Which of the following terms describes key characteristics of effective leadership within the Navy?
• Which enlisted member grade is subject to unsuspended correctional custody below E-4?
• What is designed to detect, but not prevent, an attempted intrusion?
• How often should a division's personnel and material readiness be assessed at a minimum?
• What is considered the primary audience for naval correspondence?
• Under what instruction should classified directives be filed in separate binders from unclassified directives?
• From which instruction should each Letter-Type Directive be assigned an SSIC number?
• Within which legislative framework does the definition of RESTRICTED DATA fall?
• The Military Cash Awards Program (MILCAP) provides monetary recognition of up to what maximum amount?
• In what year was the Navy Recruit Training Service Ribbon established by SECNAV?
• Which type of safety observation is considered planned?
• What is the troop capacity of the Wasp class LHDs?
• What is the primary reference source for derivative classifiers to determine the classification level of specific information elements?
• Correctional custody cannot be imposed on persons in which pay-grade unless unsuspended reduction below that pay-grade is ordered?
• What is the USMTF used for most narrative messages?
• What does the term 'EMI' refer to in the context of correcting deficiencies?
• The Oghab is a version of which weapon?
• Who bears executive responsibility for the security of the Nation?
• In terms of security classifications, what is critical about the information from the sitting President?
• What type of report does the system utilize for other enlisted personnel ranked E1-E6?
• What should be entered in block 44 regarding qualifications or achievements?
• What performance trait grade reflects performance meeting the full Navy standards?
• Why should refrigerated spaces aboard ship only be entered for a few minutes at a time?
• Which award citation begins with "For extraordinary heroism..."?
• Which article of the UCMJ ensures an accused has the right to choose military counsel if reasonably available?
• Which OPNAVINST governs the conformity of letterhead envelopes and mailing labels?
• What includes classification authority, office of origin, warning notices, and special control markings of a classified document?
• Which document primarily tracks the proposals for changes in directives?
• What program establishes a comprehensive post-arrival orientation for service members?
• What format is used for entering information in the narrative blocks of FITREPs and EVALs?
• When approved by the Office of the Secretary of the Navy, slogans will be printed how many inches from the bottom of the page?
• Your writing should follow which pattern?
• What award citation begins with "For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his/her life above and beyond the call of duty..."?
• What type of military directive is characterized by concise, direct formatting suited for operational instructions?
• Who is defined as any individual authorized to draft, release and/or process electronically transmitted messages?
• Who provides overall policy guidance on information and personnel security matters?
• What security force is called away by an alarm during an unauthorized entry?
• Which sensitivity level has the potential for some to serious impact and/or damage?
• Which instructions provide information on promoting senior enlisted personnel to commissioned officer status?
• What is the main communication method for a member to communicate with a selection board?
• When dealing with classified information, what must always be followed?
• Who serves as the chairman of the general mess advisory board?
• Who has the authority to classify information as Top Secret, Secret, or Confidential?
• What are the measures and controls to protect classified information known as?
• What information is contained in line eight of a message?
• What type of letter is used for official correspondence with addressees in the DoD?
• What is the sensitivity level known for its potential for inestimable impact and/or damage?
• What is the primary purpose of the OPNAVINST 5510.1 instruction?
• What type of directives require formal writing standards in the military?
• What is the form number for the Correspondence Acknowledgement Form?
• Which of the following is NOT a core moral principle in leadership?
• What does line seven contain in military terminology?
• Which of the following actions is necessary to ensure safety in the workplace?
• What is the main focus of a robust security education program?
• What is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who are killed or wounded while serving under competent authority?
• What are symbols of public recognition awarded for extraordinary heroism or meritorious service?
• In which religion are pork products forbidden?
• Which of the following is considered a primary resource for Navy personnel matters?
• Which medal is given for exceptionally meritorious service in a high-responsibility role within the Navy or Marine Corps?