What is a property book?

• A. The official record that tracks all Army property assigned to a unit and the status of those items.
• B. A ledger of financial expenditures for property procurement.
• C. A list of authorized vendors for property.
• D. A manual for operating equipment.

Answer: (A)

A property book is the official record that tracks all Army property assigned to a unit and the status of those items. It lists each item with details like description, serial or NSN, quantity, location, and who is accountable for it, linking the equipment to the soldier or unit member responsible for it. This creates a verifiable trail from receipt through issue, transfer, maintenance, and eventual turn-in, making inventories and audits straightforward and helping prevent losses or shortages. It’s managed by the unit’s supply personnel and is used in conjunction with hand receipts to maintain clear accountability for all property. The other options don’t fit because they describe financial ledgers, vendor lists, or operating manuals, none of which establish formal accountability for unit-owned equipment.