Question

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which of the following is one of the fundamentals of safe shooting?
installing a telescopic sight on your firearm
always use the standing shooting position
learn how to pattern a shotgun
always use rimfire cartridges in a rifle

Explanation:

Learning how to pattern a shotgun is a fundamental skill in safe shooting. It helps shooters understand how their shotgun spreads shot at different distances, which is crucial for safe and effective shooting. Installing a telescopic sight (A) is about accuracy enhancement, not a fundamental safety aspect. Always using the standing shooting position (B) is incorrect as different shooting positions (like sitting, kneeling) are used based on the situation. Using rimfire cartridges in a rifle (D) is incorrect as rifles are designed for specific cartridges (not just rimfire).

Answer:

C. Learn how to pattern a shotgun