Task · part of 2(c). Option C, Muzzleloading Rifle Shooting

2(c)(14). Adjust the sights, then three five-shot groups to the minimum score

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Adjust the sights to center the group on the target, then fire three groups of five shots. Minimum score for each shot: at 25 yards on NRA A-23 or NMLRA 50-yard targets 7; at 50 yards on NRA A-25 or NMLRA 100-yard targets 7.

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 muzzleloading rifle—you may explain (rather than doing) how to adjust the sights, and then fire three groups (five shots per group) in which all shots can be covered by the base of a standard-size soft drink can." 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(c)(14) · Gives the minimum score for each distance and 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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