What is aiming as a shooting fundamental?

Aligning the sights on the target.

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  1. Aligning the sights on the target ✔
  2. Holding your breath forever
  3. Pulling the trigger quickly

Why: Aiming means lining up the sights with the target so the shot goes where intended.

Huh, didn't know that: Aiming means lining up the sights with the target so the shot goes where intended.

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Answer: Aligning the sights on the target. Aiming means lining up the sights with the target so the shot goes where intended.

  1. Scouting America: Rifle Shooting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/rifle-shooting
    the five fundamentals of shooting a rifle: aiming, breath control, hold control, trigger control, and follow-through
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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