What is NOT a characteristic of MOEs?

The characteristic that is not aligned with Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) is that they do not specifically assess friendly actions tied to task accomplishment. MOEs are primarily concerned with measuring the effectiveness of actions and the impact those actions have on achieving the desired end state. They focus on the broader operational effects rather than the direct tasks or activities conducted by friendly forces.

In contrast, measures that align with assessing friendly actions related to task accomplishment typically fall under Measures of Performance (MOPs). MOPs evaluate whether specific tasks are performed correctly and efficiently. Thus, while MOEs provide insights into effectiveness at a strategic level, they do not assess task-specific actions in the manner suggested in the incorrect option.

The other characteristics of MOEs highlight their comprehensive role in evaluating operational success: measuring changes positively and negatively captures their dual nature, their role in evaluating attainment of an end state aligns them with strategic objectives, and they being tracked in formal assessment plans ensures that the evaluation process is structured and systematic.