How should you turn corners when room clearing?

• A. By peeking around the corner
• B. By slicing the pie
• C. By stepping into the room
• D. By sprinting in

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is to control exposure while gaining information as you approach and enter a room. Slicing the pie is the practiced method for doing this: you stand at the doorway with your weapon up and your body close to cover, then rotate your hips and shoulders in small, deliberate increments to reveal only a thin slice of the room at a time. As you expose each sliver, you scan for threats, confirm the layout, and decide when it’s safe to advance, all while keeping most of your body protected behind the door frame or wall. This gradual reveal helps you maintain balance, keep your weapon on target, and reduce the chance of a sudden ambush.

Peeking around the corner tends to expose more of you at once, which increases risk. Stepping into the room or sprinting in can undermine your control and reaction time, making you more vulnerable. Slicing the pie brings in controlled information and protection, making it the better approach.