Which fire team formation is described as Echelon Right/Left?

• A. Fire Team Skirmishers Right/Left
• B. Fire Team Echelon Right/Left
• C. Fire Team Wedge
• D. Squad Column

Answer: (B)

Echelon Right/Left places the fire team in a diagonal line, with each member offset behind and to the side of the one ahead (to the right or left). This layout gives the team an extended, overlapping field of fire along the flank and improved observation of threats coming from that side. It’s particularly effective for protecting the unit’s exposed edge while moving, because the diagonal arrangement allows quick maneuvering and cover without losing contact.

The other formations are different in shape and purpose: skirmishers to the side broaden lateral coverage, a wedge forms a V for aggressive maneuver and mutual support, and a squad column is a straight line used for orderly movement in constrained spaces.