Which of the following is true regarding romantic relationships and unit size thresholds?

• A. Romantic relationships are prohibited at units with less than 60 members
• B. Romantic relationships are prohibited at all units
• C. Romantic relationships are permitted at units of 60 or more
• D. Romantic relationships are allowed only with approval

Answer: (A)

In Coast Guard practice, restrictions on romantic relationships depend on how big the unit is, because smaller teams are more tightly coupled and a relationship can more easily affect fairness, chain-of-command dynamics, and morale. The rule says romantic relationships are prohibited in units with fewer than 60 members, since in those smaller groups the potential for conflicts of interest or discernible favoritism is higher. When a unit has 60 or more members, such relationships may be allowed under standard management practices and disclosure norms, reflecting a reduced risk of disruption in a larger, more distributed team.

So the correct idea is that smaller units—under 60 members—face prohibition, while larger units can permit relationships under the policy. The other options don’t fit because they describe blanket prohibition, universal approval, or approval-only conditions that don’t align with the threshold-based approach.