California Firearm Safety Certificate Practice Test

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Study for the California Firearm Safety Certificate Test. Prepare with our multiple-choice questions and hints, and get ready to pass your exam!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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A basic safety rule when handling a firearm is to:

Carry it with the safety off
Point it in a safe direction only when firing
Know your target and it's surroundings
Keep your finger on the trigger

The correct answer is: Know your target and it's surroundings

When handling a firearm, it is important to always know and be aware of your target and its surroundings. This means you should never point the gun at anything you do not intend to shoot and always be aware of what is behind and around your target. Option A is incorrect because carrying a firearm with the safety off increases the risk of accidental discharge. Option B is incorrect because a safe direction only when firing is not sufficient to ensure safety, as accidents can still occur if proper precautions are not taken before and after firing. Option D is incorrect because keeping your finger on the trigger increases the risk of accidental discharge and you should only place your finger on the trigger when you are ready to shoot. Knowing your target and its surroundings is a basic safety rule to ensure that you do not harm yourself or others while handling a firearm.