Which statement best describes the relationship between METL and training events?

• A. Training events are planned independently of METL.
• B. Training events are aligned with METL and mission priorities.
• C. METL is developed after the training events.
• D. METL has no impact on scheduling.

Answer: (B)

METL, or Mission Essential Task List, identifies the essential tasks a unit must be able to perform to accomplish its mission and sets priorities for training and evaluation. Training events are planned to develop and demonstrate proficiency in those METL tasks, ensuring that the time, resources, and exercises directly support the unit’s ability to execute its mission. This alignment means training is driven by what matters most for readiness, rather than being done independently or after the fact. The other options conflict with how METL guides scheduling and focus—METL isn’t created after training, and it does influence what and when you train. Therefore, training events are aligned with METL and mission priorities.