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What part of the bolt is responsible for holding a cartridge in the chamber when the action is closed?

CFSC Student Handbook — 'Bolt and extractor' sections: The extractor is a claw on the bolt that grips the cartridge rim to hold it in the chamber and later extr

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Question: What part of the bolt is responsible for holding a cartridge in the chamber when the action is closed?

Answer options: ✅ The extractor claw grips the cartridge rim to hold and then extract it

  • The fore-end secures the cartridge
  • The magazine follower holds the cartridge in the chamber
  • The rear sight locks the cartridge into place

Correct answer: The extractor claw grips the cartridge rim to hold and then extract it

Explanation: CFSC Student Handbook — 'Bolt and extractor' sections: The extractor is a claw on the bolt that grips the cartridge rim to hold it in the chamber and later extract it when the bolt is cycled.

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