Which staff function is responsible for signals and communications within a division?

• A. G-3 (operations)
• B. G-4 (logistics)
• C. G-2 (intelligence)
• D. G-6 (signal/communications)

Answer: (D)

In a division, the staff function that handles signals and communications is the unit charged with planning and managing all the division’s communication networks. This role ensures reliable radios and data links, maintains lines of communication across units, and oversees encryption and cybersecurity so information can move securely and quickly to the right people. That focus directly matches signals and communications, making this function the best fit.

Operations is about planning and executing actions on the battlefield; logistics covers the supply and support needed to run those actions; intelligence focuses on gathering and analyzing information about the enemy. Each has a important but different scope, whereas the signals and communications function specifically coordinates how information flows across the division.