Firearms Types Exam with Solutions

Hand guns, rifles, shotguns - What are the three types of firearms? Distance - how far the bullet is projected from the firearm Velocity - speed the bullet leaves the firearm Energy - kinetic energy, mass multiplied by velocity Trajectory - path of bullet, determined by velocity and kinetic energy Distance, velocity, energy, and trajectory - What are the four ballistic properties? Revolver - term is derived from the fact that individual cartridges/rounds are loaded into a cylinder that revolves with each pull of the trigger Six - How many cartridges can be held in a revolver? 0.22, 0.38, 0.357, 0.44 - What are the different calibers a revolver can hold? Low ammo capacity and long reloading time - Why are revolvers not used in law enforcement? Pistols - characterized by semi-automatic capabilities in which a slide sits atop the frame Slide, trigger, backwards - In a pistol, the barrel sits inside the ________, and each pull of the ____________ causes a new bullet to be drawn into the opening of the barrel as the slide moves ______________. Velocity - Pistols have a higher ______________ than revolvers. 10-16 - In a pistol, how many bullets can be fired per magazine?