Firearms Questions and Answers with Complete Solutions
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Firearms Questions and Answers with
Complete Solutions
What is the primary function of a firearm's firing pin?
The primary function of a firing pin is to strike the primer of the cartridge, igniting the
gunpowder and firing the round.
How does a bolt-action rifle operate?
A bolt-act...
Firearms Questions and Answers with
Complete Solutions
What is the primary function of a firearm's firing pin?
✔✔The primary function of a firing pin is to strike the primer of the cartridge, igniting the
gunpowder and firing the round.
How does a bolt-action rifle operate?
✔✔A bolt-action rifle operates by manually cycling the bolt to chamber a round, lock the bolt,
and eject spent casings.
What is the purpose of the safety mechanism on a firearm?
✔✔The safety mechanism is designed to prevent accidental discharge by blocking the trigger or
firing pin.
What does "caliber" refer to in relation to firearms?
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, ✔✔Caliber refers to the diameter of the firearm's barrel or the diameter of the projectile it fires.
Why is proper cleaning and maintenance important for firearms?
✔✔Proper cleaning and maintenance are important to ensure reliable operation, prevent
malfunctions, and extend the life of the firearm.
What is the role of the recoil spring in a semi-automatic pistol?
✔✔The recoil spring absorbs and controls the rearward motion of the slide, helping to return it to
the forward position and chamber a new round.
How do rifled barrels affect the accuracy of a firearm?
✔✔Rifled barrels impart a spin to the projectile, stabilizing it in flight and improving accuracy
over longer distances.
What is the function of a firearm’s trigger guard?
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