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What is the preferred rifle shot placement for larger game animals, such as elk or bear?

  1. Headshot

  2. Broadside

  3. Rear-end

  4. Frontal

The correct answer is: Broadside

Broadside is the preferred rifle shot placement for larger game animals such as elk or bear. This is because it offers the best chance of hitting vital organs and causing a quick and humane kill. Headshots, while potentially lethal, are riskier and have a smaller target area. Rear-end shots are also not recommended as they can result in a wounded animal fleeing and making recovery difficult. Frontal shots should also be avoided as they can result in injury without a high chance of a clean kill.