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Which of these describes a function of a magazine follower?

CFSC Student Handbook — 'Magazine components' section: The follower is the part inside a magazine that is pushed by the spring to bring cartridges into position

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Question: Which of these describes a function of a magazine follower?

Answer options: ✅ It pushes cartridges upward (or forward) as the spring expands so the top cartridge can be fed into the chamber

  • It fires the cartridge
  • It secures the stock to the receiver
  • It cools the barrel after firing

Correct answer: It pushes cartridges upward (or forward) as the spring expands so the top cartridge can be fed into the chamber

Explanation: CFSC Student Handbook — 'Magazine components' section: The follower is the part inside a magazine that is pushed by the spring to bring cartridges into position for feeding; it does not fire cartridges or attach stocks.

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