Which unit typically contains two or more fire teams and is led by a squad leader?

• A. Fire team
• B. Squad
• C. Platoon
• D. Section

Answer: (B)

Two or more fire teams come together to form a squad, which is the primary maneuver element in Marine infantry. Each fire team has its own leader, but the squad itself is commanded by a squad leader, typically a sergeant or staff sergeant. This structure allows coordinated movement and fire: the squad leader directs both fire teams as a single unit, while maintaining flexibility and control on the battlefield. A fire team is the smallest unit, a platoon is made up of several squads, and a section is a larger organizational element used in some other formations. So the unit that typically contains two or more fire teams and is led by a squad leader is the squad.