What is the first AFFORGEN phase?

• A. Prepare
• B. Certify
• C. Available to Commit
• D. Reset

Answer: (A)

In AFFORGEN, the cycle starts by getting the next deployment plan in place and ensuring readiness. This initial phase focuses on building the plan for the upcoming cycle: confirming mission requirements, identifying gaps, aligning training and maintenance, and making sure personnel and equipment are prepared. That foundation is what allows the force to move forward into committing to missions and validating readiness.

So, the first phase is the one that sets up everything needed for success later on. The other phases come after, such as resetting after a deployment, declaring forces available to commit, or certifying readiness before actual deployment.