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  1. Under California law, who may transfer a firearm to a minor (under 18)?

    Answer: A parent or guardian for hunting or target shooting under supervision

    A parent or legal guardian may allow a minor to possess a firearm for lawful activities such as hunting or target shooting under direct supervision.

  2. What is the primary function of a firearm's safety mechanism?

    Answer: To reduce the risk of unintentional discharge by blocking the trigger or firing mechanism

    A safety mechanism physically blocks the trigger or firing mechanism to reduce the risk of unintentional discharge.

  3. A loaded indicator on a semi-automatic pistol tells the user:

    Answer: Whether a round is chambered

    A loaded chamber indicator (LCI) provides a visual or tactile signal that a round is present in the chamber.

  4. In California, what must happen before a firearm can be registered in a new resident's name after moving to the state?

    Answer: The owner must report the firearm to the California DOJ within 60 days of bringing it into the state

    New California residents must report their firearms to the California Department of Justice within 60 days of establishing residency.

  5. Which of the following actions VIOLATES a fundamental firearm safety rule?

    Answer: Pointing the firearm at a friend to show them the sights while it is unloaded

    Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy, even if you believe it is unloaded — the second rule of firearm safety.

  6. Which type of ammunition should always be used in a firearm?

    Answer: The caliber and type specified by the manufacturer for that firearm

    Only ammunition of the caliber specified by the manufacturer should be used to ensure safe and reliable firearm operation.

  7. Under California Penal Code, a person may use deadly force in self-defense only when:

    Answer: They reasonably believe they or another person face imminent death or great bodily injury

    California law allows deadly force only when there is a reasonable belief of imminent death or great bodily injury to oneself or another.