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What action should you take if your firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled?

Continue pulling the trigger

Open the action and remove the ammunition

Point the gun at a safe direction and wait

If the firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, it is important to first point the gun at a safe direction and wait. Continuing to pull the trigger or shaking the firearm can be dangerous and potentially cause accidental discharge. Opening the action and removing the ammunition is also not recommended as it can be risky if the firearm suddenly does fire. It is best to maintain a safe and cautious approach while handling a malfunctioning firearm.

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Shake the firearm to try again

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