Which type of publication is a nondirective publication?

• A. Policy Memorandums
• B. Mission Directives
• C. Instructions
• D. Handbooks

Answer: (D)

Nondirective publications provide information and guidance rather than binding commands. A handbook is designed as a reference that describes processes, responsibilities, and best practices, giving personnel the context and tools to perform their work with some flexibility. It’s consulted when needed rather than followed as a step-by-step mandate. By contrast, policy memorandums convey official policies that must be followed, mission directives issue formal orders, and instructions give explicit, required steps. Because of that, the nondirective publication is handbooks.