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Body Composition Program/ Military
Appearance Program
1. which of the following are responsibilities of a Commanding Officer (CO) or Officer in Charge (OIC) according to
BCMAP policies?: Select and assign, in writing, a Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative Consideration of recommendations for temporary medical exemptions Ensuring Marines receive a medical evaluation Enforcing compliance with weight and body composition
2. Marines have NOT met the BCMAP standards when: their body weight and body fat percentages exceed the maximum or
minimum allowable limits
3. Which of the following may occur if pregnancy, disease, or prescribed medica- tions result in excessive weight gain?: A
temporary medical exemption from the Body Composition Program or Military Appearance Program
4. Marine Corps Body Composition Standards Table: List the maximum allowable body fat percentage for male and female Marines
according to age
5. DoD Height/Weight Standards Table: Lists minimum and maximum weight, according to height, for male and female service members
6. DoD Body Composition Standards Table: Used to derive a body fat percentage for male and female Service members following
measurements for height and body circumference
7. Which articles of clothing are authorized for wear during the weigh ins and body composition evaluations?: T-shirts,
shorts and socks
8. Which statements are true when measuring a Marines height?: Marines will stand with their backs and shoulders against the wall and
heels flat on the deck Use a Standard non stretching fiberglass tape measure to measure a Marines height Marines will stand in a relaxed manner with their
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9. Which statements are true concerning the correct weight measurement pro-
cedures?: Both of the Marines feet must be flat on the scale The Marines hands should be by their side
10. Which statements are correct concerning the procedure used to record a Marines weight?: if the weight
fraction is 1/2 pound or less, round down to the nearest pound if the weight fraction is more than a 1/2 pound, round up
11. Which of the following addresses the needs of Marines who do not meet the established height and
weight, or body fat percentage standards?: Body Composition Evaluation
12. Which of the following may be a result of continued non-compliance with body composition standards
and/or a suitable military appearance?: Separation from military service
13. Which of the following will occur if a Marine has demonstrated an unwilling- ness to comply with a
Marine Corps body composition standards by the end of the six month assignment or subsequent extension?: The Marine will be processed for separation from military service
14. What is included in a Military Appearance Program assessment?: A body compo- sition evaluation (BCE)
All relevant MAP documents A commander or OIC Summer Service C uniform inspection
15. What happens to Marines who fail the Military Appearance Program?: They are subject to adverse administrative action
16. What administrative action may be delayed as a result of a BCMAP assign- ment?: An Oflcers promotion
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25. What should the BCMAP monitor use to calibrate the tape measure before
measuring a Marines height?: A separate yardstick or metal ruler, when using sadiometer ensure it does not show evidence of damage
26. How should the tape measure be placed to measure the circumference of the neck of a male Marine?: Flush
with the bottom of the larynx
27. Which of the following describes the correct techniques for conducting cir- cumference measurements for
female Marines?: Hip measurements are taken at the widest portion of the buttocks Neck measurements are rounded up to the nearest 1/2 inch Waist measurements are taken at the thinnest portion of the abdomen
28. Which of the following does a Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge use to determine whether
or not to assign Marine to the Body Composition Program?: The Marines medical evaluation results The Body Composition Evaluation assessment
29. Which statements are true concerning BCMAP policies and procedures?: - Marines are evaluated and adjudicated
following the process indicated in the BCMAP sequence Chart found in MCO 6110.3a w/CH 1 Marines face adverse and administrative actions if they fail to maintain body composition standards Weigh ins may be performed as a part of Physical Fitness Test and Combat Fitness Test events
30. What is the first step in the Body Composition Program assignment process?-
: Commander assigns the non compliant Marine to a body composition evaluation
31. Which of the following are included in a Body Composition Program assign- ment?: A Body Composition
Program assignment decision A medical doctors initial evaluation and findings A final Body Composition Program assessment A body composition evaluation
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32. When can a Marine be removed during their second Body Composition
Program assignment?: At any time during the six month assignment when body composition standards are met
33. A commander will extend a Marines participation in the MAP until which of the following occur?:
Compliance with military appearance is achieved Body Composition Program assignment
34. Which section of the BCP evaluation form should NOT be completed by
the Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative?: BCP determination Medical Doctors initial Evaluation and Findings BCP Monthly Objectives
35. Where is the information annotated on the USMC fitness Report That the
Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative is re- quired to provide?: Section A.8, elements D, E and F
