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In which direction does a line count off?

A line counts from right to left.

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  1. Right to left ✔
  2. Left to right
  3. Rear to front

Why: Count off numbers the files in a line. In a column or mass formation, the direction changes to front to rear.

Huh, didn't know that: A cadet called FRONT AND CENTER exits by the closest flank and reports one pace before the commander.

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Why did the line count right to left? It wanted the numbers in formation.
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Answer: Right to left. Count off numbers the files in a line. In a column or mass formation, the direction changes to front to rear.

  1. CAPP 60-33, Civil Air Patrol Drill and Ceremonies www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/P_6033_2217FEEE8C89F.pdf
    count off is executed only from right to left in line and from front to rear in column or mass.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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