Which element of an EFST describes a targeting objective?

• A. The Task
• B. PAA Selection
• C. Max cover of supported unit
• D. Defilade, concealment

Answer: (A)

In EFST, the element that states the targeting objective is the Task. It defines what effect you want on the target (for example, to destroy, neutralize, or suppress) and often when the objective should be achieved, translating the commander's intent into a concrete fire request. The other items set methods or conditions rather than the objective itself: PAA Selection relates to where or how you aim to achieve the objective, not what the objective is; Max cover of the supported unit concerns protecting friendly forces; and Defilade, concealment deals with protection and concealment considerations rather than the intended result of the fire.