Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Safety Course 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

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What should you do if your firearm fails to fire when you pull the trigger?

Shake the firearm

Immediately look down the barrel

Keep it pointed in a safe direction and investigate the cause

If your firearm fails to fire when you pull the trigger, it is important to remain calm and keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction at all times. Choosing option A or D could cause an accidental discharge of the firearm. Option B could result in injury if the firearm does happen to accidentally discharge. It is important to investigate the cause of the failure before attempting to fire the firearm again. This could include checking for obstructions in the barrel or examining the ammunition for defects. Keeping the firearm pointed in a safe direction helps prevent any harm to yourself or others in case the firearm does accidentally discharge.

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