New York Firearms Safety Course Practice Exam

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When hunting, how can you ensure positive target identification?

By using a high-powered scope only
By waiting until the animal is in close range
By making sure you can see the game and what is in front of and beyond it
By asking a fellow hunter for confirmation

The correct answer is: By making sure you can see the game and what is in front of and beyond it

When hunting, ensuring positive target identification is crucial for safety and ethical reasons. The correct answer is making sure you can see the game and what is in front of and beyond it. This is because identifying the game, as well as any potential obstructions or other hunters beyond it, helps prevent accidental shootings and ensures that you are targeting the desired game species. Using a high-powered scope only (Option A) may enhance visibility, but it does not guarantee positive target identification on its own. Waiting until the animal is in close range (Option B) is risky as it may not provide enough time to properly identify the target and surroundings. Asking a fellow hunter for confirmation (Option D) introduces the risk of miscommunication and should not be solely relied upon for target identification.