New York Firearms Safety Course Practice Exam

If your firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, you should keep it pointed in a safe direction, wait, and then safely unload it. This is the safest approach as it ensures that no one is in harm's way in case the firearm goes off unexpectedly or if there is a delayed discharge. Option A may be dangerous as it may lead to the firearm being pointed in an unsafe direction if there is a delayed discharge. Option B is not recommended as it is important to address the issue immediately and not wait until later. Option D is also not recommended as shaking the firearm may cause accidental discharge or further damage. The best approach is to keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction and handle it with caution before safely unloading it.