Understanding Army Officer Ranks and Their Equivalents Across Services

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1. Name the rank and its equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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Lieutenant is the equivalent of Lieutenant in the Army, Flying Officer in the Air Force, and Sub Lieutenant in the Navy.

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Understanding Army Officer Ranks And Their Equivalents Across Services - Quiz

Enhance your understanding of the hierarchical structure of Army officer ranks. This educational tool is designed to clarify rank distinctions and responsibilities, essential for aspiring officers and those interested in military careers.

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2. Name the rank and its equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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In this question, the correct answer is Captain (CAPT) in the first service, Flight Lieutenant (FLTLT) in the second service, and Lieutenant (LEUT) in the third service. The incorrect answers provided do not correctly correspond to the ranks in the different services mentioned in the question.

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3. Name the rank 'Major' and it's equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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The correct answer provides the ranks equivalent to 'Major' in the other two services - MAJ in the Army, Squadron Leader in the Air Force, and Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.

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4. What is the rank of Lieutenant Colonel equivalent to in the other two services?

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Lieutenant Colonel in the Army is equivalent to Wing Commander in the Air Force and Commander in the Navy. Major General in the Army is equivalent to Air Commodore in the Air Force and Rear Admiral in the Navy. Colonel in the Army is equivalent to Group Captain in the Air Force and Captain in the Navy. Lastly, Commander in the Army is equivalent to Lieutenant Commander in the Navy and Lieutenant Colonel in the Army.

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5. Name the rank and its equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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In this question, we are looking for the rank 'Brigadier' in the Army and its equivalent ranks in the Air Force and Navy. The correct answer is Brigadier goes with Air Commodore in the Air Force and Commodore in the Navy.

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6. What is the rank of Major General and what are its equivalent ranks in the other two services?

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The rank of Major General is equivalent to MAJGEN in the Air Force and Rear Admiral in the Navy.

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7. Name the rank and its equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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Lieutenant General (LTGEN) is a high-ranking military officer in the Army, equivalent to Air Marshal in the Air Force and Vice Admiral in the Navy. The incorrect answers provided do not match the equivalent ranks across the three services.

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8. Name the rank and its equivalent ranks in the other two services.

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The correct answer lists the highest ranks in each of the three services - Army, Air Force, and Navy. A General in the Army is equivalent to an Air Chief Marshall in the Air Force and an Admiral in the Navy.

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