Air Force Officer Training School (OTS) Practice Test

The correct answer highlights the specific information that a prisoner of war is required to provide according to Article 5 of the Code of Conduct. This provision emphasizes the necessity for individuals in captivity to disclose only limited and essential personal details, which are crucial for identification and determines their status as a prisoner of war.

The mandated information—name, rank, service number, and date of birth—allows for proper verification of the individual’s identity and status under the Geneva Conventions. This ensures that they are treated according to the protections guaranteed to prisoners of war, facilitating their eventual repatriation or humane treatment while in captivity.

The other options, while they may contain various types of information about military or personal backgrounds, do not align with the specific guidelines established by the Code of Conduct regarding what must be disclosed by a captured service member. They could potentially compromise military operations or the safety of other personnel, hence are not included as required disclosures.