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What is the primary danger of a 'double-action' trigger pull on a handgun?
Double-action triggers are heavier because they both cock and release the hammer, which can lead to 'pulling' the shot off target.
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Question: What is the primary danger of a 'double-action' trigger pull on a handgun?
Answer options:
- The gun will explode
- The trigger pull is much lighter ✅ The longer/heavier pull may affect accuracy but requires less preparation
- It bypasses the safety automatically
Correct answer: The longer/heavier pull may affect accuracy but requires less preparation
Explanation: Double-action triggers are heavier because they both cock and release the hammer, which can lead to 'pulling' the shot off target.
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