When are male Soldiers required to keep their face clean-shaven?

• A. When on duty, whether in uniform or civilian clothes
• B. When in uniform only
• C. Only when on leave
• D. Never

Answer: (A)

Grooming standards apply whenever you’re on duty, no matter what you’re wearing. If you’re performing official duties, you must be clean-shaven to maintain a professional appearance and to ensure a proper seal when using protective gear like a gas mask. This duty-based requirement means it doesn’t matter if you’re in uniform or civilian clothes—the standard is about the task you’re performing at that moment. The other options don’t fit because they restrict the rule to specific circumstances or remove it entirely; on duty, shaving is expected.