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What is the first rule of safe firearm handling?

  1. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction

  2. Always wear eye and ear protection

  3. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot

  4. Ensure the firearm is unloaded until it is ready to use

The correct answer is: Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction

The first rule of safe firearm handling is to always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. This means that the firearm should never be pointed at anything you do not intend to shoot. Choice B, wearing eye and ear protection, is also an important safety precaution, but it is not the first rule. Choice C is also an important rule, as keeping your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot helps prevent accidental discharges. Choice D is also a crucial rule, but it is not the first rule.