What can commanders do?

• A. Add and delete positions
• B. Budget finances
• C. Inform others about events
• D. Manage day-to-day operations

Answer: (A)

Commanders have the authority to shape the detachment’s structure by adding or deleting official positions. This power lets leadership adapt the organization to changing needs, fill gaps, and ensure the right roles exist to accomplish the mission. Other tasks typically fall to specific officers: budgeting finances is handled by the treasurer, informing others about events by public affairs or communications, and managing day-to-day operations by the operations staff or adjutant. Therefore, adding and deleting positions best describes the commander's authority.