What happens if a soldier is not within standard after remediation?

• A. They may undergo continued remediation, possible medical evaluation, and administrative actions as defined by policy.
• B. They are promoted.
• C. They are automatically discharged.
• D. They receive a pass.

Answer: (A)

When a soldier doesn’t meet the standard after remediation, the process is to keep working within the established policy to address the deficiency. The best answer reflects that the Army can require continued remediation, may order a medical evaluation to rule out or identify health-related factors, and will take administrative actions as defined by policy. This sequence ensures the soldier has every opportunity to bring performance or standards up to par, while giving the command a structured path to handle cases where standards remain unmet. Promotions aren’t automatic when remediation fails, and a blanket discharge or a simple pass would not fit the required process. In practice, you might see ongoing remediation steps, a medical review if health issues could be involved, and appropriate administrative measures such as counseling, additional oversight, or other actions dictated by AR 600-9 and related policies.