Which of the following is NOT a component of an effective fire support mission?

The choice indicating that ongoing health assessments is not a component of an effective fire support mission is correct because fire support missions primarily focus on the tactical execution of providing support to ground units through the use of indirect fire. The core components include elements that directly contribute to the success of fire support, such as clear communication to ensure all parties are informed and synchronized, strategic resource allocation to efficiently utilize available assets and capabilities, and timeliness in execution to ensure that fire support arrives when and where it is needed.

Ongoing health assessments, while important in a broader operational context—especially concerning troop welfare or medical support—do not directly contribute to the success of fire support missions. Fire support is more concerned with precision targeting, coordination between aviation and ground units, and the effective allocation of firepower rather than the ongoing evaluation of personnel health.