Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education Course Practice Exam

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What is the main purpose of hunter education?

  1. To improve shooting skills

  2. To promote hunting as a sport

  3. To prevent hunting accidents

  4. To increase wildlife populations

The correct answer is: To prevent hunting accidents

The main purpose of hunter education is to prevent hunting accidents. By providing education and training to hunters, they are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to hunt safely and responsibly, reducing the chances of accidents occurring in the field. This focus on safety ensures the well-being of hunters, non-hunters, and the environment. While improving shooting skills and promoting hunting as a sport may be part of hunter education, the primary goal is to prevent accidents. Increasing wildlife populations is important for conservation efforts, but it is not the main purpose of hunter education.