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Basic Rifle Markmanship

Cadets must understand and demonstrate the four key firing fundamentals before approaching any firing line. They must be able to establish a steady position that allows observation of the target and aim the rifle at the target by aligning the sight system. Also, they must fire the rifle without disturbing this alignment by improper breathing or during trigger squeeze.

The standard record fire course consists of 40 target exposures at ranges between 50 and 300 meters in timed target sequences and combinations. The objective of qualification is to assess and confirm the proficiency of individual firers. The standard course requires 23 hits to qualify as marksman, 30 for sharpshooter and 36 for expert.

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