170B Warrant Officer Basic Course (WOBC) Doctrine Practice Test

The key idea here is knowing the standard five-paragraph structure of an OPORD and what each section addresses. The five sections are Situation, Mission, Execution, Sustainment, and Command and Control. Situation sets the stage: it describes the operational environment, enemy and friendly forces, terrain, weather, and civil considerations that affect the plan. Mission states the task and purpose in a concise way, answering who will do what and why it matters. Execution provides the plan for how the mission will be accomplished—the concept of operations, the main effort, tasks to units, sequencing, and coordination details. Sustainment covers logistics and support—how supplies, transportation, maintenance, medical, and other support will be provided. Command and Control outlines how the operation will be commanded and controlled—the command relationships, communications plan, information requirements, and control measures needed to synchronize effort. Other formats that include a separate “Intent” paragraph or treat “Communications” or “Logistics” as standalone sections deviate from this standard five-paragraph structure.