What does the attack select switch do in seeker mode?

• A. It toggles from direct to top attack
• B. It selects targeting range
• C. It switches power on/off
• D. It adjusts gate speed

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that the attack select switch changes how the seeker guides the missile, choosing the engagement geometry. It toggles between direct attack, where the missile flies toward the target along a straightforward path at about the same altitude, and top attack, where the missile climbs to a higher altitude and then strikes downward onto the top of the target. This mode switch lets you adapt to target type and battlefield conditions to maximize the likelihood of a effective hit. The other options describe different controls (range setting, power, or another parameter) and are not about changing the attack profile.