2-104. Leaders have an obligation to ensure that their subordinates are capable of performing their assigned tasks to Army standards under a variety of circumstances. Leaders generally provide more direction or guidance and control until they are satisfied that subordinates understand tasks, conditions, and standards and can operate within the commander’s intent. Increased confidence in the ability of subordinates generally leads to more latitude in the way that subordinates are given to complete their assigned missions, since commanders can trust that the subordinates understand the purpose of what they are being told to do.