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  • Using smaller, independent subordinate elements.
  • Conducting rapid moves from dispersed locations.
  • Massing at the last possible moment.
  • Conducting simultaneous attack at multiple, dispersed locations.
  • Using deception and other components of IW to degrade the enemy’s
  situational understanding and ability to target OPFOR formations.
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  Figure 3-6. Dispersed Attack (Example 1)
  3-84. The window of opportunity needed to establish conditions favorable to
  the execution of a dispersed attack may be one created by the OPFOR or one
  that develops due to external factors in the operational environment. When
  this window must be created, the OPFOR keys on several tasks that must be
  accomplished:
  • Destroy enemy ground reconnaissance.
  • Deceive enemy imagery and signals sensors.
  • Create an uncertain air defense environment.
  • Selectively deny situational awareness.
  • Maximize use of complex terrain.