What are the three levels of maintenance in the Army?

• A. Direct (unit-level), organizational, and depot maintenance
• B. Direct, organizational, and field maintenance
• C. Organizational, direct (unit-level), and depot maintenance
• D. Depot, direct (unit-level), and organizational maintenance

Answer: (C)

Maintenance in the Army is organized into three levels: Direct (unit-level) maintenance, Organizational maintenance, and Depot maintenance. Direct maintenance is performed by the unit’s own personnel and covers quick, routine repairs and servicing to get equipment back in action quickly. Organizational maintenance involves more complex repairs and troubleshooting, usually at the unit’s organizational level with access to better tools and facilities. Depot maintenance is the deepest level, done at depots, and covers major overhauls, rebuilds, or modernization that require specialized capabilities.

The option that lists Organizational, direct (unit-level), and depot maintenance reflects these three recognized levels in their standard terms, which is why it is the best choice.