What is the authority/relationship called that the Army retains when units are assigned to a combatant commander to meet Title 10 responsibilities?

• A. Combatant Command (COCOM)
• B. Administrative Control (ADCON)
• C. Operational Control (OPCON)
• D. Tactical Control (TACON)

Answer: (B)

Administrative control is the authority the Army retains over units when they are assigned to a combatant commander to fulfill Title 10 responsibilities. ADCON covers the day-to-day administration, personnel management, training, discipline, and logistics support provided by the parent service. While the combatant command can exercise operational control to direct the unit’s missions and tasks (and may assign TACON for specific capabilities), the Army remains responsible for readiness and administrative matters under ADCON. This separation allows the joint force to conduct operations effectively while the service maintains its own personnel, training, and equipment responsibilities.