Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course Practice Exam

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What should you do if your firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled?

Continue pulling the trigger

Open the action and check the chamber

If your firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, the correct course of action is to open the action and check the chamber. This is an important safety step as it allows you to visually inspect the chamber for any obstructions or issues that may be causing the firearm to malfunction. By opening the action and checking the chamber, you can ensure that the firearm is safe to continue using and troubleshoot any potential problems.

The other options are incorrect because:

- Continuing to pull the trigger is dangerous and can lead to accidental discharges.

- Shaking the firearm is not a recommended practice and can be hazardous.

- Putting the safety on and putting the firearm down without checking the chamber does not address the root cause of the failure to fire and may not ensure the safety of the firearm.

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Shake the firearm

Put the safety on and put the firearm down

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