FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate Ammunition and Malfunctions Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What does the caliber designation ".45 ACP" mean?

Accepted Answer

.45 inch bullet diameter; ACP stands for Automatic Colt Pistol

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.45 mm bullet diameter; ACP stands for Automatic Chamber Pressure

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45 grain bullet weight; ACP stands for American Cartridge Profile

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.45 inch case length; ACP stands for Automatic Casing Profile

Question 2

What is the difference between a "misfire" and a "squib load"?

Accepted Answer

A misfire is when the cartridge fails to fire at all; a squib load is when the cartridge fires with insufficient power to fully propel the bullet out of the barrel

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They are the same thing

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A misfire produces a loud report; a squib load is silent

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A misfire occurs with rimfire ammunition; a squib load occurs with centerfire ammunition

Question 3

What does "+P" mean on a box of ammunition?

Accepted Answer

The ammunition is loaded to higher-than-standard pressure, producing more velocity and energy

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The ammunition is positively charged for increased accuracy

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The ammunition uses a plus-style primer for reliability

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The ammunition is packaged with extra projectiles

Question 4

What should you do if you hear an unusual sound or feel reduced recoil after pulling the trigger?

Accepted Answer

Immediately stop firing, keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction, and check the barrel for an obstruction (possible squib load)

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Continue firing as normal; this is not uncommon

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Eject the magazine and insert a fresh one

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Engage the safety and holster the firearm

Question 5

What is the purpose of a "failure drill" (also called a Mozambique drill)?

Accepted Answer

Two shots to the body and one to the head — a training drill for situations where body shots fail to stop a threat

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To train reloading speed under pressure

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To practice clearing double-feed malfunctions

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To train shooters to fire with their non-dominant hand

Question 6

Which statement about hollow point ammunition is correct?

Accepted Answer

Hollow point ammunition is designed to expand on impact, creating a larger wound channel while generally reducing over-penetration risk compared to FMJ

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Hollow point ammunition is illegal in California

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Hollow point ammunition is only for law enforcement use

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Hollow point ammunition cannot be used in semi-automatic pistols