3. Assumption regarding action of patrol and enemy. Identification.

4. Message to flank guard commander. Importance of identification.

5. Action with respect to enemy dead and wounded.

6. State new situation verbally. Main body encounters enemy. Size up new situation.

7. New mission of patrol. Decision to remain where it is.

8. Orders for patrol: Information of enemy and own troops; remain here; look out for enemy; take off pack; prepare for defense.

9. Bring out points involved in preparation for defense. Improvement of firing position. Obstacles.

The Problem

Situation No. 6:

Halley returns to the patrol. He reports that he sent the message to Lieutenant A, and that it was acknowledged. He received the following message from Lieutenant A for Sergeant Wilkins: