What is the other technique, besides 'Slicing the pie', used for engaging threats from cover?

• A. Repositioning
• B. Harries technique
• C. Leave cover
• D. Slicing the pie

Answer: (A)

Engaging a threat from behind cover hinges on controlling your exposure while getting a workable line of sight. Slicing the pie is one approach where you progressively move around the edge of cover, exposing only small portions of yourself to scan for danger. The other technique you use in this context is repositioning: you shift to a different spot around the cover to gain a better angle and clearer line of sight, often while staying as protected as possible. Repositioning lets you present a more favorable firing angle or reach a spot where the threat comes into your effective field of fire without doubling your exposure. For example, you might step to the side of a doorway or move along a wall to bring the threat into view from a new angle, rather than peeking out from the same spot. Other options describe different handling or choices unrelated to maintaining cover while engaging, so they don’t fit the described tactic.