Which choice is a technique of Smart testing?

Which choice is a technique of Smart testing?

• A. Random selection of soldiers with a hat draw.
• B. All soldiers that are selected MUST be tested.
• C. Test everyone in the unit.
• D. Schedule tests only after incidents.

Answer: (C)

Smart testing relies on deterrence through comprehensive coverage. Testing everyone in the unit achieves this best because it subjects every member to the same standard, leaving no one unchecked and making it far harder to hide issues. This universality creates a clear, credible expectation that misconduct or laxness will be caught, giving you a complete and accurate picture of the unit’s readiness and integrity. It also supports fair treatment and consistent data for decisions about training or corrective actions. In contrast, random selection can miss problems in untested individuals and create gaps in coverage; testing only those selected still leaves the rest untested and can feel arbitrary; and scheduling tests only after incidents is reactive and weakens deterrence since issues can persist before being addressed.

Smart testing relies on deterrence through comprehensive coverage. Testing everyone in the unit achieves this best because it subjects every member to the same standard, leaving no one unchecked and making it far harder to hide issues. This universality creates a clear, credible expectation that misconduct or laxness will be caught, giving you a complete and accurate picture of the unit’s readiness and integrity. It also supports fair treatment and consistent data for decisions about training or corrective actions.

In contrast, random selection can miss problems in untested individuals and create gaps in coverage; testing only those selected still leaves the rest untested and can feel arbitrary; and scheduling tests only after incidents is reactive and weakens deterrence since issues can persist before being addressed.