What does the command 'Present Arms' require you to do?

What does the command 'Present Arms' require you to do?

• A. Salute with the weapon (or hand) in the standard present arms position
• B. Stand at ease
• C. Raise the right hand in greeting
• D. Nod to the officer

Answer: (A)

Present Arms is the formal salute used in drill and ceremonies. When you hear it, you render a salute with the weapon brought up to the standard present arms position, or, if you’re unarmed, raise the right hand in a formal hand salute. The purpose is to acknowledge an officer or the flag with a precise, ceremonial gesture. This differs from standing at ease (a relaxed position), or from a casual greeting with the hand or a nod, which are not formal arms salutes.

Present Arms is the formal salute used in drill and ceremonies. When you hear it, you render a salute with the weapon brought up to the standard present arms position, or, if you’re unarmed, raise the right hand in a formal hand salute. The purpose is to acknowledge an officer or the flag with a precise, ceremonial gesture. This differs from standing at ease (a relaxed position), or from a casual greeting with the hand or a nod, which are not formal arms salutes.