PPME Block 5: ROE, General Principles

Rules of Engagement (ROE) must allow operational planners and tactical level operators enough leeway to effectively accomplish their assigned missions.

True

Rules of Engagement (ROE) cover only the circumstances and limitations under which U.S. Forces may continue to engage enemy forces, because only civilian leaders can authorize any combat engagement.

False

U.S. civilian leaders are not involved in the development of Rules of Engagement (ROE). Their actions are limited to approving the ROE as presented to them by the military establishment.

False

Political leaders desire that the Rules of Engagement (ROE) for any given mission protect U.S. nationals and their property.

true

Domestic and international public support of a military action is a factor that must be considered when developing Rules of Engagement (ROE).

True

U.S. Rules of Engagement (ROE) are ______________ issued by ______________.

directives, competent military authority

The ________ component of ROE ensures that ROE comply with both domestic and international law.

legal

The __________ component of ROE ensures that military operations are effectively and efficiently achieved.

military

The __________ component of ROE ensures that military operations are consistent with desired political ends.

political

The three major components of Rules of Engagement (ROE) are ______________

political, military, and legal

Well-developed and succinct Rules of Engagement (ROE) should clarify which level of force may be used based on the ______________.

the one that says political goals