The Reason Grooves Are Rifled into the Bore of a Gun

question 19

Multiple Choice

The reason grooves are rifled into the bore of a gun is so that a:

• A) bullet will be reduced in size before it exits the gun.
• B) bullet will be made to spin and hence have a true and accurate course on leaving the barrel.
• C) ballistics examiner will have an easier time identifying evidence.
• D) manufacturer can put its unique mark on its product.
• E) bullet moving through it will have unique striations.

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