During bed check, where should you stand?

• A. Outside room with door closed, lights off
• B. Inside the room with door closed, lights off
• C. Outside room with door open, lights off
• D. Outside room with door closed, lights on

Answer: (A)

Bed checks aim to confirm that soldiers are accounted for and resting with as little disturbance as possible. The best approach is to stand outside the room with the door closed and the lights off. Being outside keeps you from intruding and helps you observe quietly, while a closed door preserves privacy and reduces noise. Keeping the lights off prevents waking anyone or drawing attention, so you can verify presence without disrupting sleep. Entering the room or keeping the lights on would be more likely to wake or disturb soldiers, which goes against the purpose of a quiet, unobtrusive check.