Enlisted Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXW) Practice Test

Which FPCON level represents a normal readiness posture?

1. FPCON Alpha

2. FPCON Bravo

3. FPCON Charlie

4. FPCON Delta

The correct answer is: FPCON Alpha

FPCON Alpha represents a normal readiness posture. This level indicates a general threat of possible terrorist activity but reflects a situation where there is no specific intelligence indicating an imminent threat. At this stage, military and security personnel are expected to maintain a baseline level of vigilance, adhering to routine security protocols while remaining aware of their surroundings. The other levels, such as Bravo, Charlie, and Delta, represent progressively heightened states of alert and readiness due to increasing threat levels. FPCON Bravo reflects a more elevated state of vigilance due to a more predictable threat. FPCON Charlie indicates that an incident occurred or intelligence suggests that an incident is likely, requiring a heightened security response. Finally, FPCON Delta is invoked during the immediate aftermath of an incident or when intelligence indicates that a terrorist attack is imminent or occurring. Thus, FPCON Alpha is clearly the appropriate level representing normal readiness in the absence of specific threats.