Question

unit 8 quiz question 11 of 15
question 11
what is the name for the narrowing at the muzzle end of a shotgun barrel?
a choke
b caliber
c bore
d gauge

Explanation:

• Choke: Refers to the narrowing at the muzzle end of a shotgun barrel. It affects the spread of the shot.
• Caliber: Usually refers to the internal diameter of a gun barrel (for rifles and handguns, though sometimes misused). Shotguns typically use gauge.
• Bore: The interior of a gun barrel.
• Gauge: A measure of the size of a shotgun bore (e.g., 12 - gauge).

Answer:

A. choke