What is the lead angle, and why is it critical for moving targets?

• A. The angular offset to aim ahead of a moving target to compensate for target motion and missile flight time; essential to intercept.
• B. The angle between radar boresight and target line-of-sight; not critical for interception.
• C. The azimuth difference between the target and the engagement airspace boundary; used for deconfliction.
• D. The elevation angle required to reach the maximum altitude of the target.

Answer: (C)