Which of the following is NOT a component of the Friendly Situation (HAS)?

• A. Higher
• B. Adjacent
• C. Supporting
• D. Center of Gravity

Answer: (D)

The concept being tested is how the Friendly Situation is defined using HAS. HAS stands for Higher, Adjacent, and Supporting, which describe the relationships your unit has with command relationships above you, neighboring units, and units in support of you. These elements help you understand who you coordinate with, who might affect your mouvements on the map, and who provides fire support or other capabilities.

Center of Gravity does not fit this group because it’s a concept used to identify the enemy’s critical sources of strength or will to fight. It’s part of analyzing the Enemy Situation, not describing how your unit is positioned or supported relative to others. So, Center of Gravity isn’t a component of the Friendly Situation; Higher, Adjacent, and Supporting are.