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TERRITORIAL ARMY TRAINING CENTRE

G3 STAFF AND TACTICS COURSE

(V) LDGC SERIAL 1/2016
TEST 2 (FINAL TEST)
ANSWER

Rank and Name: ______ ________________________________________________

Service No: ___ ____________

Unit: __ ____________________________________

Courses Attended:

1. This questionnaire is a based on the G3 Staff and Tactics Courses syllabus. Write your
answers in the space provided for each question. Your answers must be according to MAFJP.

2. You have to complete the entire questionnaire within 1 hour and to be submitted to the
assessing Instructor.
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1. In service writing, SUPERSCRIPTION comprises everything before the subject heading.

They are: (4 marks)

a. security classification
b. privacy marking
c. precedence
d. copy numbering
e. address
f. telephone/facsimile/e-mail
g. date
h. identifying reference
i. distribution
j. salutation

2. SUBSCRIPTION can be described as everything that comprises after the last word of the
respective text. They are: (4 marks)

a. Complimentary ending
b. Signature
c. Supplementary documents
d. Distribution
e. Page numbering
f. Security classification
g. Privacy marking

3. A brief may be presented orally, in writing, or a combination of both. Whichever method is

employed it must: (4 marks)

a. Be as short as possible.
b. Be accurate.
c. Draw attention to the salient points.
d. Be impartial.
e. Where necessary:
(1) Provides constructive criticism and suggest alternative solutions.
(2) Offers positive advice on the approach to a problem and explain the logic
behind the recommendations.
f. Contain a list of the departments/authorities consulted.
g. Apply maximum use of abbreviation.

4. There are two methods of presenting a brief: (2 marks)

a. Written.
b. Oral Brief.

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5. Messages can be transmitted by one or a combination of the following: (3 marks)

a. Radio.
b. Telephone.
c. Signal Dispatch Service (SDS).
d. Facsimile.
e. Data Communications.

6. Messages are written orders, instructions or information, expressed briefly in a specific

format requiring speedy transmission through MAF dedicated means of communications. The types
of message are: (4 marks)

a. Single Address Message.

b. Multiple Address Message.
c. Book Message.
d. General Message.
e. Exercise Message.
f. Drill Message.

7. The official message form used is BAT A 6. The format layout of BAT A 6 contains these
following: (5 marks)

a. Precedence.
b. Date-Time-Group (DTG) / Kumpulan-Tarikh-Waktu (KTW).
c. Message Instructions (Peraturan-Peraturan Berita).
d. From (Daripada).
e. To (Kepada).
f. Information (Maklumat).
g. Security Classification (Perjenisan Keselamatan).
h. Privacy Marking.
i. Originator's Number (Nombor Penghantar).
j. Subject Indicator Code (SIC).
k. Subject.
l. Text.
m. Internal Distribution (Pembahagian Dalam).
n. Drafter's Name (Nama Pendraf).
o. Office (Pejabat).
p. Telephone Number (Nombor Telefon).
q. Releasing Officer’s Signature (Tandatangan Pegawai Benar Kirim
r. Rank (Pangkat).

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8. An officer nominated as secretary for a meeting is responsible for all preparations, including
the issue of an agenda and writing the minutes. List down the administrative arrangements that
secretary need to do: (4 marks)

a. Book a room and ensure that the route/path to it is known or adequately sign posted.
b. Arrange seating plans and provide place cards (visible to all) on the conference table.
c. Prepare a form for those attending to fill in their names, appointments and
departments represented.
d. Ensure adequate stationeries are available.
e. Arrange for digital visual aids, LCDs, computers, and microphones if necessary.
f. Arrange refreshments, accommodations and transport for those requiring these.
g. Arrange for a shorthand typist and tape recorder.
h. Make arrangements for security.

9. Structure minutes should be written into 3 parts as follows: (3 marks)

a. Brief Statement of the Problem.

b. Essence of the Discussion.
c. Decision.

10. Letters of Condolence are written as private letters using the normal conventions except
that: (4 marks)

a. The salutation and complimentary ending are in manuscript.

b. Paragraphs are not numbered.
c. No file number appears on the original.
d. No heading is used.

11. The use of formal letters is confined to ceremonial matters and certain formal submissions.
They are addressed only to seniors or equals and are signed by the originator. Occasions on which a
formal letter might be appropriate are: (3 marks)

a. In acknowledging a directive.
b. In reply to a letter of praise or blame.
c. When making a submission of an exceptional nature or forwarding a non-routine
report to higher authority.
d. In arranging ceremonial matters with outside authorities.
e. Invitation and notification to/of formal activities.
f. Letters to civilian authorities/departments outside the Ministry of Defence.

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12. A document has secret classification, 2 annexes. The ref file for the document is
2RRR/G/OP/0318/16/1-05, dated 29 May 16. This document will be distributed to 12 recipients.
Produce a framework of the second annex. The title of the annex is Movement Order For OP KOTA
BRAVO CHARLIE DELTA Serial 1/2016, and this annex have 3 pages. (5 marks)

SECURITY CLASSIFICATION

Copy No .... of 35 ANNEX B TO

(Reference to parent paper)
DATED XXXXXXX

MOVEMENT ORDER FOR OP KOTA BRAVO CHARLIE DELTA SERIAL 1/2016

A - 1 of 3

SECURITY CLASSIFICATION

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13. Seniority of corps within the army: (5 marks)

a) Royal Malay Regiment (RMR).

b) Royal Ranger Regiment (RRR).
c) Royal Armoured Corps (RAC).
d) Royal Signals Regiment (RSR).
e) Royal Engineer Regiment (RER).
f) Royal Artillery Regiment (RAR).
g) General Services Corps (GSC).
h) Royal Medical and Dental Corps (RMDC).
i) Royal Military Police Corps (RMPC).
j) Royal Intelligence Corps (RIC).
k) Royal Service Corps (RSC).
l) Royal Ordnance Corps (ROC).
m) Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineer Corps (REME).
n) Armed Forces Religious Corps (AFRC).
o) Territorial Army Regiment (TA).

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