A telescopic sight (or scope):

A telescopic sight (or scope):

• A. Gathers light to magnify a target
• B. Increases bullet velocity
• C. Reduces accuracy
• D. Displaces the point of aim

Answer: (A)

A telescopic sight is an optical device that gathers light and uses lenses to magnify a distant target, making it appear larger and clearer. This magnification lets you place the reticle more precisely on the target, which improves aiming accuracy at longer distances. The scope itself doesn’t change how fast the bullet leaves the muzzle—velocity comes from the cartridge and firearm. It also doesn’t inherently displace the point of aim; when the scope is properly mounted and zeroed for a given range, the reticle aligns with where the bullet will hit.

A telescopic sight is an optical device that gathers light and uses lenses to magnify a distant target, making it appear larger and clearer. This magnification lets you place the reticle more precisely on the target, which improves aiming accuracy at longer distances. The scope itself doesn’t change how fast the bullet leaves the muzzle—velocity comes from the cartridge and firearm. It also doesn’t inherently displace the point of aim; when the scope is properly mounted and zeroed for a given range, the reticle aligns with where the bullet will hit.