Georgia Hunter Education Course Practice Exam

What is the safest way to transport a firearm?

1. Loaded and ready

2. Unloaded with the action open

3. In a vehicle's glove compartment

4. With the safety on

The correct answer is: Unloaded with the action open

Transporting a firearm safely is crucial to prevent accidents or injuries. The correct answer is to transport the firearm unloaded with the action open. This means the firearm does not have any ammunition in it, and the action (such as the bolt, slide, or cylinder) is locked or open to show that it is empty. This ensures that even if the firearm were to accidentally discharge, there would be no ammunition in the chamber to be fired. Option A, transporting a loaded and ready firearm, is extremely dangerous as it increases the risk of accidental discharge and harm. Option C, storing the firearm in a vehicle's glove compartment, may violate state laws depending on the locality and does not ensure the highest level of safety. Option D, having the safety on, is an additional safety feature but should not be the only precaution taken when transporting a firearm.