How does LCS ASW role differ from other components, and what is a typical approach to ASW in littoral waters?

• A. ASW focuses on submarine detection and countermeasures; in littorals, it uses helicopters with sonobuoys, hull sensors, and cooperative surface units to detect and neutralize subs.
• B. ASW relies solely on fixed torpedo tubes.
• C. ASW is identical to blue-water carriers and uses no helicopters.
• D. ASW uses only passive listening with no cooperative assets.

Answer: (A)