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Task · part of 2(a). Option A, Rifle Shooting (Modern Cartridge Type)

2(a)(4). Misfire, hangfire and squib fire

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  1. Rifle Shooting Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-05-05), Requirement 2(a)(4)

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