Which best defines the Army Value 'Respect'?

• A. Treat people as they should be treated.
• B. Do what's right legally.
• C. Loyalty to the unit.
• D. Obey orders without question.

Answer: (A)

Respect in Army Values means treating others with dignity, listening, and valuing their contributions, regardless of rank. It’s about how you engage with teammates, subordinates, and superiors—being courteous, fair, and considerate, and recognizing that every person deserves respect. The idea of “Treat people as they should be treated” captures this behavior, since it reflects valuing others and interacting with them professionally and respectfully. The other options describe different expectations—doing what’s right legally aligns with integrity, loyalty to the unit with Loyalty, and obeying orders without question with obedience—but respect underpins how you interact with everyone and helps build trust and effective teamwork.