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

2(a)(11). Adjust the sights, then five five-shot groups to the minimum score

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Adjust the sights to center the group on the target, then fire five groups of five shots. Minimum score for each shot, by target: A-32 targets 9; A-17 or TQ-1 targets 7; A-36 targets 5.

Note. The requirement allows one alternative: "In the event that your instructor determines it is not practical to adjust the sights—for instance, on a borrowed rifle—you may explain (rather than doing) how to adjust the sights, and then fire five groups (five shots per group) in which all shots can be touched by a quarter." The instructor makes that determination. Other suitable NRA targets may be used if the specified targets are unavailable.

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Rifle Shooting Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-05-05), Requirement 2(a)(11) · Gives the minimum score for each target, the alternative where the instructor determines adjusting the sights is not practical, and a note allowing other suitable NRA targets.

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