Which definition correctly describes an Attack?

• A. An operation to defend terrain against an occupation.
• B. An operation to destroy enemy forces or seize terrain.
• C. An operation to conduct a reconnaissance patrol.
• D. An operation to secure lines of supply.

Answer: (B)

An attack is an offensive operation aimed at defeating or destroying enemy forces and seizing terrain. This captures the core purpose of an attack: to take the initiative, push the enemy back, and gain control of ground or deny it to them. The other options describe different kinds of actions that aren’t about going on the offensive: defending terrain against occupation is a defense; conducting a reconnaissance patrol is reconnaissance; securing lines of supply is a logistics/security task focused on sustainment, not an offensive push.