Which of the following are three examples of military customs and courtesies a new Airman should know?

• A. Gaining early promotion through shortcuts.
• B. Ignoring rank when speaking to officers.
• C. Greeting officers with the proper rank, addressing superiors appropriately, and standing at attention when required.
• D. Talking during inspections.

Answer: (C)

Understanding military customs and courtesies means knowing how to show respect through proper address, bearing, and behavior in formal situations. Greeting officers with the proper rank, addressing superiors appropriately, and standing at attention when required demonstrate the exact respectful protocol Airmen are taught to observe. This reflects attention to the chain of command, discipline, and professionalism in all interactions. The other behaviors don’t fit: shortcuts to promotion undermine integrity and violate regulations; ignoring rank when speaking to officers shows disrespect; talking during inspections disrupts the process and breaks etiquette. So, this trio exemplifies the standard courtesies new Airmen should know.