What is the correct sequence of the four rest positions at halt, in the order commands are given?

What is the correct sequence of the four rest positions at halt, in the order commands are given?

• A. Parade Rest, Stand at Ease, At Ease, Rest
• B. Stand at Ease, Parade Rest, Rest, At Ease
• C. Parade Rest, Rest, At Ease, Stand at Ease
• D. Rest, Parade Rest, Stand at Ease, At Ease

Answer: (A)

In drill, you move through rest positions from most formal to most relaxed as commands are issued while you’re halted. The correct sequence is Parade Rest first, then Stand at Ease, then At Ease, and finally Rest. Parade Rest is the formal rest with hands positioned behind the back and posture kept upright, signaling you are at ease yet still in formation. Next, Stand at Ease loosens the posture a bit, allowing some minor movement while maintaining discipline. Then At Ease relaxes further, letting you be more comfortable but still quiet and ready. Finally, Rest is the most relaxed position, with the least restrictive bearing. The other sequences don’t match this progressive relaxation order, so they aren’t correct.

In drill, you move through rest positions from most formal to most relaxed as commands are issued while you’re halted. The correct sequence is Parade Rest first, then Stand at Ease, then At Ease, and finally Rest.

Parade Rest is the formal rest with hands positioned behind the back and posture kept upright, signaling you are at ease yet still in formation. Next, Stand at Ease loosens the posture a bit, allowing some minor movement while maintaining discipline. Then At Ease relaxes further, letting you be more comfortable but still quiet and ready. Finally, Rest is the most relaxed position, with the least restrictive bearing.

The other sequences don’t match this progressive relaxation order, so they aren’t correct.