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What does the term 'muzzle' refer to on a firearm?
The rear end of the barrel where the stock is attached
The part of the gun that shows the manufacturer's information
The front end of the barrel where the bullet exits
The part of the firearm that holds the ammunition
The correct answer is: The front end of the barrel where the bullet exits
The term 'muzzle' refers to the front end of the barrel on a firearm, where the bullet exits. The rear end of the barrel where the stock is attached is called the receiver or breech, while the part of the gun that shows the manufacturer's information is the frame or receiver. The part of the firearm that holds the ammunition is called the magazine or cylinder. Therefore, options A, B, and D are incorrect descriptions of the term 'muzzle' on a firearm.