### Question
What is the definition of basic training?


### Answer
The definition of **basic training** is as follows in *10 U.S.C. § 8431*:

> the initial entry training programs of the Navy and Marine Corps that constitute the basic training of new recruits

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 8431*
  - Heading: **Subtitle C-Navy and Marine Corps > PART III-EDUCATION AND TRAINING > CHAPTER 852-TRAINING GENERALLY**

