Which of the following are secondary objectives of the ABCP?

• A. Assist in establishing and maintaining Operational readiness, Physical fitness, Health, A professional military appearance in accordance with AR 670-1.
• B. Establish body fat standards.
• C. Provide procedures by which personnel are counseled to assist in meeting the standards prescribed in this regulation.
• D. All of the above.

Answer: (D)

The question tests understanding of what the ABCP aims to support beyond simply enforcing standards. The secondary objectives include helping units stay ready and fit, promoting health, and ensuring a professional military appearance in line with AR 670-1. They also include establishing clear body fat standards so everyone knows the criteria, and providing procedures for counseling personnel to help them meet those standards. Taken together, these elements describe the program’s broader scope: standards set the bar, counseling helps soldiers meet it, and the emphasis on readiness, fitness, health, and appearance ensures the force remains effective. Because each item reflects a facet of the program’s support role, selecting all of the above is the best answer. The other options alone would be incomplete, since they cover only one aspect without the full scope.