In SRU patterns, which letter denotes a Multi-unit search?

• A. S
• B. M
• C. R
• D. N

Answer: (B)

In SRU patterns, you’re looking at how many resources are involved in the search. A multi-unit search means more than one asset—like several ships, aircraft, or teams—work together, each handling a different portion of the search area. This requires coordinated planning: dividing the area into sectors, assigning each unit a lane or box to cover, and sharing position updates and progress so nothing is left unchecked and overlaps are minimized. The advantage is clear: with multiple assets in play, you can cover more ground faster and improve the chance of locating the target, especially in large or challenging areas. The other SRU pattern options involve a single-unit approach or different configurations that don’t leverage simultaneous multiple-asset coverage, so they don’t provide the same level of area-wide efficiency.