Enlisted Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXW) Practice Test

Which firing technique is commonly referred to as "Knees to Nipple"?

1. Grazing Fire

2. Plunging Fire

3. Aim Quick Fire

4. Traversing Fire

The correct answer is: Grazing Fire

The firing technique referred to as "Knees to Nipple" is associated with Grazing Fire. This term describes a method where the bullet trajectory is low to the ground, allowing for effective targeting of enemy personnel or equipment. The name itself suggests the positional reference from which the fire is executed, emphasizing a very low angle, typically executed when the shooter is in a kneeling or similar stance. Grazing Fire is particularly effective in situations where the terrain permits minimal bullet elevation, resulting in a flatter trajectory that enables the fire to stay consistently along the ground, making it useful for engaging enemy forces without the risk of shots rising high enough to potentially expose the shooter or endanger friendly forces. The other options represent different firing techniques that do not align with the description provided. Plunging Fire involves shooting from a high position downward onto a target, Aim Quick Fire emphasizes a rapid engagement method while aiming, and Traversing Fire refers to moving the weapon side to side to cover a wide area. Each of these techniques has distinct characteristics and applications that differentiate them from Grazing Fire.