Enlisted Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXW) Practice Test

What is the ONLY appropriate response for a net member receiving a BEADWINDOW?

1. ROGER OUT

2. ROGER THAT

3. CHANGE TO ALTERNATE FREQUENCY

4. EEFI

The correct answer is: ROGER OUT

The appropriate response for a net member receiving a BEADWINDOW is to acknowledge the information and terminate the communication effectively. The phrase "ROGER OUT" signifies that the member has understood the message and is concluding their transmission, which is essential in this context. BEADWINDOW communications pertain to violations of operational security, particularly concerning the inadvertent disclosure of Essential Elements of Friendly Information (EEFI). In responding with "ROGER OUT," the net member is not only acknowledging the warning but also ensuring that they do not further disclose sensitive information over the net. This response maintains operational security by minimizing the chances of additional transmissions that could exacerbate the situation. Other responses, while indicative of acknowledgment, do not convey the necessary conclusion of communication. For example, "ROGER THAT" implies understanding but does not bring the conversation to a close, which could lead to further discussion or information revealed. "CHANGE TO ALTERNATE FREQUENCY" suggests moving the conversation to another channel, but does not directly address the importance of halting further transmissions regarding the sensitive information at hand. Lastly, EEFI refers to the specific elements that should remain secure and is not an appropriate response in itself to a BEADWINDOW situation.