Which best describes Reinforcing in terms of unit relationships?

• A. A unit augments another unit's capabilities.
• B. A unit takes over the command of another unit.
• C. A unit provides DS to a different mission without relation to the original unit.
• D. A unit deprives another unit of its supplies.

Answer: (A)

Reinforcing means one unit adds extra assets to another unit to increase its combat power and ability to operate, rather than taking control or re-tasking it. The reinforcing unit provides additional personnel, weapons, or support to bolster the receiving unit’s capabilities while the supported unit retains leadership and command structure. This is about augmenting the original unit’s effectiveness, not about command transfer, supplying a different mission, or denying resources.