Sighting-in a rifle helps the shooter to:

• A. determine problems with shooting technique.
• B. increase bullet velocity.
• C. swap calibers.
• D. improve camouflage.

Answer: (A)

Sighting-in a rifle is about aligning your point of aim with where the bullet actually lands to reveal and fix shooting technique problems. When you shoot at a known target and adjust the sights, you see whether factors like trigger control, breathing, grip, stance, cheek weld, and follow-through are causing your shots to drift away from your aiming point. By identifying these technique issues and refining them, your hits will come closer to where you intend to aim. This process doesn’t change bullet velocity, nor does it involve swapping calibers or improving camouflage; it’s all about accuracy through better technique.