Question

1. when sighting in and practicing with your rifle or shotgun before hunting you should

use the lightest bullets you can purchase
use the heaviest bullets you can purchase
use the ammunition made by the same manufacturer of the rifle
use exactly the same ammunition you will use when hunting

1. in a \misfire\ where the gun fails to shoot immediately after squeezing the trigger you should

keep the action closed
keep the gun pointed downrange for at least 30 seconds
carefully look for obvious problems
all of the above

1. when shooting a rifle without a rest, the most stable position is

standing
prone
kneeling
sitting

Explanation:

1. Consistency in ammunition ensures accurate sighting that matches hunting conditions.
2. Misfire safety requires keeping the gun pointed downrange (to avoid harm), action closed (prevent accidental discharge), and checking for issues—all steps are necessary.
3. The prone position (lying flat) provides the most stability by maximizing contact with the ground, reducing movement during firing.

Answer:

1. use exactly the same ammunition you will use when hunting
2. all of the above
3. prone