In RPOL, at the passage point, which statement is true?

• A. The passing force gains the initiative to bypass the stationary unit.
• B. The stationary unit loses all ability to influence the passing force.
• C. The stationary unit can restrict the movement and maneuver of the passing force.
• D. The passage point has no relevance to restrictions.

Answer: (C)

At a passage point, control over the crossing lets the stationary unit shape how the moving force proceeds. The defender can set and enforce routes, impose restrictions on where and how the passing force can move, and influence tempo and maneuver through the point itself. This means the stationary unit can actively constrain the moving force’s options—forcing them to use a specific lane, slow down to be checked or blocked, and respond to the defender’s setup at the crossing. That ability to limit routes, pace, and maneuver is why the statement about the stationary unit restricting movement and maneuver is the best choice. The other ideas misstate the balance at a passage point—defenders don’t lose influence there, the passer isn’t guaranteed the initiative to bypass, and the passage point does matter for setting restrictions.