What percent of the Navy is reserves?

• A. 10%
• B. 15%
• C. 20%
• D. 25%

Answer: (C)

The number to remember is about one-fifth of the Navy. The Navy Reserve is the part-time, mobilizable component that can be activated to support operations or fill gaps when needed. In practice, reserves make up roughly twenty percent of the total Navy manpower, with active-duty personnel comprising the rest. This division can shift a bit year to year, but twenty percent is the standard figure used in training materials. Note that the Marine Corps Reserve is a separate service and not counted as part of the Navy Reserve.