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Marine Corps Body Composition Standards and Program, Exams of Military Strategy and Training

Guidance on the marine corps body composition program, including the requirements for maintaining body composition standards, the process for assigning marines to the program, and the consequences for failing to meet the standards. It covers topics such as the elements that must be entered into the usmc fitness report, the steps involved in the body composition program assignment process, the actions that can be taken for marines who do not meet the established height and weight or body fat percentage standards, and the processes for extending, reassigning, and removing marines from the program. The document also addresses the needs of marines who have medical conditions or injuries that affect their ability to meet the body composition standards.

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2024/2025

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BODY COMPOSITION PROGRAM EXAM
MILITARY APPEARANCE PROGRAM EXAM |
ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
| GRADED A+ | VERIFIED ANSWERS
What elements are included in the Force Fitness Instructor/Command PT
Representative section of the Map Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT
ANSWER---------------Rank, First Name, MI, Last Name, Signature, and
Date
Who initials and who signs the MAP Determination section of the MAP
Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The Respondent
Marine initials and signs
Under which circumstances would a Unit Diary number be required on the
BCP Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Marine is
granted a Body Composition Program extension
A Marine is placed in an inactive status
A Marine is removed from the Body Composition Program
What are the elements that must be entered into the USMC Fitness
Report? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Height Weight and Body Fat
Which BCMAP situation requires a direct comment on the USMC Fitness
Report? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Marine does not conform
to body composition standards due to an underlining medical condition
A Marine is not making progress in the Military Appearance Program
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BODY COMPOSITION PROGRAM EXAM

MILITARY APPEARANCE PROGRAM EXAM |

ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

| GRADED A+ | VERIFIED ANSWERS

What elements are included in the Force Fitness Instructor/Command PT Representative section of the Map Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Rank, First Name, MI, Last Name, Signature, and Date Who initials and who signs the MAP Determination section of the MAP Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The Respondent Marine initials and signs Under which circumstances would a Unit Diary number be required on the BCP Evaluation Form? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Marine is granted a Body Composition Program extension A Marine is placed in an inactive status A Marine is removed from the Body Composition Program What are the elements that must be entered into the USMC Fitness Report? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Height Weight and Body Fat Which BCMAP situation requires a direct comment on the USMC Fitness Report? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Marine does not conform to body composition standards due to an underlining medical condition A Marine is not making progress in the Military Appearance Program

What event requires a BCMAP counseling entry? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Marine is assigned to the Body Composition Program Fails to make satisfactory progress while assigned to the Body Composition Program Makes satisfactory progress but does not meet weight and body fat percentage goals What should the BCMAP monitor use to calibrate the tape measure before measuring a Marines height? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A separate yardstick or metal ruler, when using sadiometer ensure it does not show evidence of damage How should the tape measure be placed to measure the circumference of the neck of a male Marine? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Flush with the bottom of the larynx Which of the following describes the correct techniques for conducting circumference measurements for female Marines? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------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 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? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The Marines medical evaluation results The Body Composition Evaluation assessment

Which section of the BCP evaluation form should NOT be completed by the Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative? --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------BCP determination Medical Doctors initial Evaluation and Findings BCP Monthly Objectives Where is the information annotated on the USMC fitness Report That the Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative is required to provide? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Section A.8, elements D, E and F How do you record a Marine's height to the nearest inch? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------less than 1/2 an inch = round down equal to or more than an inch = round up How do you record a Marine's weight to the nearest inch? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------.5lb or more = round down more than .5lb = round up which of the following are responsibilities of a Commanding Officer (CO) or Officer in Charge (OIC) according to BCMAP policies? ------CORRECT ANSWER----------------Select and assign, in writing, a FFI or CPTR

  • Consideration of recommendations for temporary medical exemptions
  • Ensuring Marines receive a medical evaluation
  • Enforcing compliance with weight and body composition

Marines have NOT met the BCMAP standards when ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------their body weight and body fat percentages exceed the maximum or minimum allowable limits FFI and CPTR responsibilities ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1. thoroughly review all DoD and USMC BCMAP policies

  1. Develop, implement, manage, and supervise BCP and MAP
  2. Coordinating and supervising the execution of weigh ins and body composition evaluations (BCEs), utilizing the body composition worksheet, BCP evaluation form, and MAP evaluation form BCMAP Purpose ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------establishes, evaluates, and enforces compliance with optimal weight and body composition standards. BCMAP Scope ------CORRECT ANSWER----------------all Marines will be periodically weighed
  • Weigh-ins can occur the same day as a PFT or CFT
  • CO can order weigh-in for the unit or the individual Who can also order weigh-ins while conducting unannounced inspections? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Inspector General and Commanding General What should COs and OICs do for Marines bellow the weight standard? ---- --CORRECT ANSWER---------------same level of assistance as overweight Marines

What if a Marine is light duty? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- Marines with pending medical/physical screenings are still required to comply with BCP standards and may be evaluated for BCP/MAP What are the 3 Medical exemptions and considerations? ------CORRECT ANSWER----------------some medical conditions can prevent a Marine from maintaining BCMAP standards.

  • all temp medical exemptions require the approval of a BCBEMP
  • A Marines not in BCMAP standards requires a medical evaluation before BCMAP assignment Marine Corps Body Composition Standards Table ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------List the maximum allowable body fat percentage for male and female Marines according to age What document provides USMC guidance for body composition? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------MCO 6110.3A Who is responsible for conducting accurate height and weight measurements? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------FFI and/or CPTR Who is PERMITTED to perform height, weight, and BCE's? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------FFI, CPTR, or designated evaluator(s)

DoD Height/Weight Standards Table ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- Lists minimum and maximum weight, according to height, for male and female service members DoD Body Composition Standards Table ------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -----Used to get a body fat percentage for male and female Service members following measurements for height and body circumference Marine Corps Body Composition Standards Table ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------List the maximum allowable body fat percentage for male and female Marines according to age Which articles of clothing are authorized for wear during the weigh ins and body composition evaluations? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------T- shirts, shorts, and socks Which statements are true when measuring a Marines height? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------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 arms at their sides Which statements are true concerning the correct weight measurement procedures? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Both of the Marines feet must be flat on the scale The Marines hands should be by their side

Which of the following will occur if a Marine has demonstrated an unwillingness to comply with a Marine Corps body composition standards by the end of the six month assignment or subsequent extension? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------The Marine will be processed for separation from military service What is included in a Military Appearance Program assessment? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------A body composition evaluation (BCE) All relevant MAP documents A commander or OIC Summer Service C uniform inspection What happens to Marines who fail the Military Appearance Program? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------They are subject to adverse administrative action What administrative action may be delayed as a result of a BCMAP assignment? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------An Officers promotion What section of the BCP Evaluation Form should the Force Fitness Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative complete first? --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------Respondent Information What is the minimum weight for male Marine Sanchez who is 71 inches tall and the maximum weight for the female marine Spry who is 59 inches tall? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Sanchez 136 Spry 124??

What PFT and CFT score does a Marines need in order to be exempt from body fat limits? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------285 or higher True/False is the shirt lifted when measuring the circumference? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------True How is the neck measured? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Head straight forward and parallel to the floor. Place the curved portion of the self-tensioning device on the right side of the neck muscles. The tape crosses the bottom of the larynx and is perpendicular to the long axis of the neck. Press button until tense then record to the nearest inch. What CFT and PFT score does a Marine need to get an additional 1% body fat? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------250 or higher What is measured for females that is not measured for males? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Hips Do femailes wear shorts while having their hips measured? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Yes Where must the measuring tool be placed? ------CORRECT ANSWER------- --------to the right side of the hips level with the greatest protrusion of the glutes as viewed from the side. Ensure the entire length of the tape is level and parallel to the deck. Make sure the tape is snug before rounding down to the nearest 1/2 inch.

Identify MAP assessment, assignment, and appeal ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- Identify the processes for MAP extension, removal, and failure ------ CORRECT ANSWER--------------- Identify BCMAP administrative actions ------CORRECT ANSWER------------- --