Which term describes a boarding action in which the subject complies with the boarding party's direction?

• A. Compliant
• B. Noncompliant
• C. Opposed
• D. Neutral

Answer: (A)

Compliance during a boarding action reflects cooperative behavior where the subject follows the boarding team’s directions, such as stopping, dropping a weapon, or moving to a controlled position. This reduces risk to the team by limiting threats and enabling a controlled entry. The best term for this behavior is compliant because it signifies willing adherence to commands rather than resistance. Noncompliant describes refusing to follow orders; opposed suggests active resistance; neutral implies neither cooperating nor resisting. In scenarios where directions are followed, the appropriate descriptor is compliant.