Title: Explain rank structures of the United States armed services.
Course: Cadet Leadership (09900) > Section: Understanding Military Structure, Culture, Customs, and Courtesies

Explanation should include

- the difference between officers and enlisted ranks in terms of roles, responsibilities, and leadership expectations
- organizational hierarchy that guide how members of the military interact and how authority flows within each branch
- the concept of chain of command as essential for discipline, communication, and mission execution
- symbols and insignia that designate rank and role
- how rank structures differ for Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force while maintaining shared principles of hierarchy and leadership progression.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do you identify different ranks using insignia, uniforms, or verbal introductions?
- What does each rank insignia mean, and what responsibilities are associated with each level?
- What differences exist between enlisted ranks and officer ranks?
- What is the purpose of the military rank structure, and how does it support organization and leadership?