In wartime, what is the Navy's O-10 rank?

In wartime, what is the Navy's O-10 rank?

• A. Admiral
• B. Vice Admiral
• C. Fleet Admiral
• D. Captain

Answer: (C)

In wartime, the Navy uses a five-star rank called Fleet Admiral to serve as the top leadership level above the standard four-star Admiral. This special rank was created to provide a single, unified command at the highest level during major conflicts and was used during World War II for a few senior officers. Because the question asks for the highest wartime rank, Fleet Admiral is the best answer. The other ranks listed—Admiral (the regular four-star top in peacetime), Vice Admiral, and Captain (a much lower rank)—do not represent the wartime highest designation.

In wartime, the Navy uses a five-star rank called Fleet Admiral to serve as the top leadership level above the standard four-star Admiral. This special rank was created to provide a single, unified command at the highest level during major conflicts and was used during World War II for a few senior officers. Because the question asks for the highest wartime rank, Fleet Admiral is the best answer. The other ranks listed—Admiral (the regular four-star top in peacetime), Vice Admiral, and Captain (a much lower rank)—do not represent the wartime highest designation.