Ballistics Terms Matching Solution

This solution explains the matching of ballistics terms in LIST-I with their descriptions in LIST-II, based on the provided correct answer.

Matching Breakdown

The correct matching is derived by understanding the definition of each ballistics term:

• A. Zero of a weapon: This corresponds to III. Range at which the sight setting will cause the bullet to strike the aimed point.. The 'zero' is the distance where the sights are adjusted so the bullet hits the point of aim.
• B. Point-blank range: This matches IV. Range over which the trajectory of bullet is so flat that no allowance, for practical purpose is necessary to allow the bullet drop.. It's the effective range where bullet drop is negligible for practical aiming.
• C. Extreme range: This corresponds to II. Distance obtained by the bullet when a weapon is fired with the barrel elevated to its optimum angle. This represents the maximum possible distance the projectile can travel under ideal conditions.
• D. Range: This matches I. Distance measured along the line of aim. Generally, 'range' refers to the distance to the target or the distance traveled by the projectile.

Conclusion

Based on these definitions, the correct match according to Option C is:

A - III, B - IV, C - II, D - I