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During PROVE, you observe a bulge midway along a rifle’s bore. What does PROVE step 5 require you to do?

Correct: PROVE step 5 requires that any bore damage or obstruction be addressed before firing. A bulge indicates structural damage; firearm should be taken out

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Question: During PROVE, you observe a bulge midway along a rifle’s bore. What does PROVE step 5 require you to do?

Answer options: ✅ Do not fire; remove the firearm from service and seek qualified repair — clear the obstruction/problem before use (PROVE step 5).

  • Try to fire a low-power round to flatten the bulge (dangerous).
  • Assume the bulge will not affect one round and proceed (unsafe).
  • Tap the barrel with a hammer to reshape it (unsafe).

Correct answer: Do not fire; remove the firearm from service and seek qualified repair — clear the obstruction/problem before use (PROVE step 5).

Explanation: Correct: PROVE step 5 requires that any bore damage or obstruction be addressed before firing. A bulge indicates structural damage; firearm should be taken out of service and inspected by a professional (CFSC Student Handbook — PROVE Procedure).

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