Which statement about the Resist phase is accurate?

• A. Resistance should wage simultaneous resistance across multiple domains, including symmetric and asymmetric approaches.
• B. Resistance should avoid any multi-domain actions.
• C. Resistance relies only on frontal infantry.
• D. Resistance depends on naval superiority.

Answer: (A)

Resist phase centers on a broad, integrated defense that uses both conventional and unconventional tools across many domains. The best approach combines symmetric means (regular military forces) with asymmetric actions (guerrilla-style operations, information campaigns, cyber and economic measures, civil mobilization) to complicate the enemy’s plans and stretch their resources. By engaging land, air, sea, space, cyberspace, and the information environment in a coordinated way, you create layered defenses that adapt to changing conditions, making any advance costly and time-consuming for the opponent while preserving your own strengths for future actions.

Focusing on a single domain or relying only on one capability—whether frontal infantry, naval superiority, or any other narrow approach—fails to address the diverse challenges of modern conflict and leaves gaps that an adversary can exploit.