Which category funds the construction of military facilities?

Which category funds the construction of military facilities?

• A. MILCON appropriations
• B. O&M appropriations
• C. RDT&E appropriations
• D. Procurement appropriations

Answer: (A)

This item tests how budget categories distinguish construction from other military funding areas. Construction of military facilities is funded through MILCON appropriations, which are designated specifically for military construction projects such as bases, housing, airfields, and other infrastructure. This is separate from O&M, which pays for day-to-day operations and upkeep; RDT&E, which covers research, development, testing, and evaluation of systems; and Procurement, which funds buying weapons, vehicles, and major equipment. MILCON focuses on capital projects and facility construction, not ongoing operations or equipment purchases.

This item tests how budget categories distinguish construction from other military funding areas. Construction of military facilities is funded through MILCON appropriations, which are designated specifically for military construction projects such as bases, housing, airfields, and other infrastructure. This is separate from O&M, which pays for day-to-day operations and upkeep; RDT&E, which covers research, development, testing, and evaluation of systems; and Procurement, which funds buying weapons, vehicles, and major equipment. MILCON focuses on capital projects and facility construction, not ongoing operations or equipment purchases.