Which statement is true about Change of Responsibility?

Which statement is true about Change of Responsibility?

• A. It is the exchange between the senior enlisted leaders (1SG/CSM) from their positions
• B. It is the exchange in the Commissioned Officers
• C. It is the same as a Change of Command
• D. It occurs every four years

Answer: (A)

Change of Responsibility is the ceremony where the unit’s senior enlisted leader hands over responsibility for the unit to the incoming senior enlisted leader. This exchange occurs between the outgoing and incoming 1SG or CSM as they rotate into new positions or depart, ensuring the unit’s leadership and accountability remain continuous. It is not about commissioned officers—that's a different process—and it is not the same as Change of Command, which involves the commander transferring command. It also isn’t tied to a fixed schedule like every four years; timing depends on assignments and rotations.