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What are the primary rules of firearm safety?

  1. Secure trigger guard, load firearm with eyes closed, point at distant regions

  2. Always keep the safety on, store ammunition separately, avoid eye contact with firearms

  3. Remember firearm numbers, respect distances, always carry a spare magazine

  4. Treat every firearm as if loaded, always use muzzle control, be aware of surroundings, keep finger off the trigger unless shooting

The correct answer is: Treat every firearm as if loaded, always use muzzle control, be aware of surroundings, keep finger off the trigger unless shooting

Firearm safety is a critical component of responsible gun ownership. Option A is incorrect because it suggests practices that are dangerous and could result in accidental discharge of the firearm. Loading a firearm with eyes closed or pointing it at distant regions can lead to unintended injury or damage. Option B is also incorrect as it does not cover the primary rules of firearm safety. While keeping the safety engaged and storing ammunition separately are important, they do not encompass all the necessary rules. Remembering firearm numbers and respecting distances, as suggested in option C, are not primary rules of firearm safety and may vary depending on the situation. Option D, the correct answer, covers the primary rules of firearm safety, including treating every firearm as if loaded, using proper muzzle control to direct the firearm in a safe direction, and keeping the finger off the trigger unless shooting. Additionally, being aware of one's surroundings is also crucial in ensuring firearm safety.