What does 'pie the corners' mean in search terminology?

• A. Search area ahead one section at a time.
• B. Sweep to cover all areas quickly.
• C. Move to the farthest corner first.
• D. Skip corners that appear clear.

Answer: (A)

Pie-ing the corners is about breaking the search area into manageable wedges and clearing them in a planned sequence. When you pie the corners, you focus on the area ahead and move through it section by section, one segment at a time. This method ensures thorough coverage with no gaps, keeps teams coordinated, and prevents backtracking or missing hidden items. It’s a systematic forward sweep that contrasts with rushing a broad area, heading straight to a distant corner, or skipping areas that seem clear.