How would you react to an E2 who "smart mouths" you in formation?

Throat punch

I'd probably start yelling things like "who the hell do you think you are?" And let them know real fast to get out of my face and do as they were told or there'd be hell to pay.

"Do you want to be a Marine"? If Yes, then "marines are humble and respectful, do you want to show your brothers that you are serious about keeping their lives safe?" If yes (and it should be) then "well then act like a Marine and cut the shit"

This is the whole reason I left the military.I and another NCO were in the armory talking while a few privates and specialist were cleaning weapons.A female SPC walks in and yells "Ok everyone shut the F up".I told her "there are NCO's in this room and there are more respectful ways to be heard".My platoon sgt (E-6) called me into his office and told me I needed to respect that E-4 and didn't need to say anything to her in front of people.Two weeks later when time to reenlist came up,I didn't.If I had done what she did when I was a pvt or spc I wouldn't have walked out of the armory.

Outside mister!!

Smack the the taste out of his mouth.

That has happened and after everyone else departed, the E2 and I left for a dark space outside of the hangar. No more problems!!

I guess kicking them in the nuts is no longer acceptable?

Straight Wack to put back in Track.

Never had a PFC that stupid..........