What term describes attempts to gain information about military operations or people?

• A. Recording or monitoring
• B. Elicitation
• C. Surveillance
• D. Acquiring supplies

Answer: (B)

The concept here is elicitation: trying to obtain information about military operations or people by asking questions or encouraging others to reveal details in a casual, unobtrusive way. It’s about drawing information out through interaction without making it obvious that you’re seeking sensitive data. That’s why it’s the best fit—the emphasis is on obtaining information through questioning and social interaction rather than through direct observation, surveillance, or logistics.

Recording or monitoring focuses on capturing data or activities, surveillance is watching or tracking, and acquiring supplies relates to obtaining physical resources. None of those center on eliciting information from people through conversation in a subtle way.