California Firearm Safety Certificate Practice Test

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What types of sight do handgun shooters use?

  1. Laser

  2. Red-dot, open-sight, and telescopic

  3. Iron

  4. Holographic

The correct answer is: Red-dot, open-sight, and telescopic

Handgun shooters use a variety of sights to improve their accuracy and aim. While laser sights (A) project a visible beam onto the target, they are typically not used frequently as they require batteries and can be affected by weather or dirt. Iron sights (C) are the most traditional type of handgun sight and consist of two sights - a front sight and a rear sight - that the shooter aligns to create a sight picture. Holographic sights (D) use a laser to create a reticle or crosshair that is projected onto a lens, but they are less commonly used for handgun shooting. Therefore, the most common and versatile types of sight used by handgun shooters are red-dot, open-sight and telescopic sights (B), as they offer a clear and precise aiming point without the limitations or potential drawbacks of other sight types. Overall, while different types of sights have their own

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