Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
When clearing a 'stoppage' on the firing line, the muzzle must be:
Whenever handling a firearm, especially during a malfunction, the muzzle must remain pointed downrange/at the backstop.
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Question: When clearing a 'stoppage' on the firing line, the muzzle must be:
Answer options:
- Pointed at the ground
- Pointed at the side wall ✅ Kept pointed downrange
- Turned toward the shooter for a better view
Correct answer: Kept pointed downrange
Explanation: Whenever handling a firearm, especially during a malfunction, the muzzle must remain pointed downrange/at the backstop.
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