New York Firearms Safety Course Practice Exam

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Prepare for the New York Firearms Safety Course Exam. Test your understanding with detailed multiple-choice questions, complete with explanations. Earn your certification with confidence!

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What is the correct action to take if you encounter a bear while hiking?

Approach it to get a closer look
Feed it to make it friendly
Make yourself appear big and make noise to scare it away
Run away as quickly as possible

The correct answer is: Make yourself appear big and make noise to scare it away

Encountering a bear while hiking can be a scary situation, and it's important to know what to do to avoid any potential harm. Option A is incorrect because approaching a bear can make it feel threatened and potentially lead to an attack. Option B may seem like a friendly gesture, but feeding wild animals can disrupt their natural behaviors and potentially cause them harm. Option D is also incorrect because running away from a bear can trigger its instincts to chase after you. The best course of action is option C, as making yourself seem bigger and making noise can intimidate the bear and cause it to retreat. Remember to stay calm and slowly back away if the bear doesn't immediately move away.