Which of the following statements accurately describes the information sources used for Synchronization Route planning?

• A. Weather reports
• B. OPLANS, OPORDS, RECONs and overlays, and traffic density info
• C. Unit rosters
• D. Field manuals

Answer: (B)

The key idea is using current, actionable planning information to coordinate how and when movements happen. In Synchronization Route planning, you pull together orders and plans, recent on-the-ground findings, map visuals, and real-time movement conditions to line up routes with the larger operation. OPLANS and OPORDS lay out what must be done and when, providing the framework for timing and tasks. Recon reports give updated, on-site observations that can reveal changes in terrain, threats, or obstacles. Overlays combine maps with updated data to show routes, choke points, and access to objectives. Traffic density information helps predict how quickly units can move along a route and where delays might occur, so movements can be timed to fit the broader scheme of fires, supports, and unit actions. Weather data can matter for safety and timing, but it isn’t the primary source emphasized for this type of route synchronization. Unit rosters aren’t relevant to route planning, and field manuals provide doctrine rather than the current, actionable routing information used to synchronize movement.