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What is the first step in the basic rules of firearms safety?

Unload the firearm when not in use

Treat every firearm as if it is loaded

Be sure of your target and what is beyond it

Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction

The first step in the basic rules of firearms safety is to keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction. This means always pointing the firearm in a direction where it will not cause harm to anyone or anything if it were to accidentally discharge. Option A is incorrect because unloading the firearm is important, but it should not be the first step in firearm safety. Option B is incorrect because while it is important to treat every firearm as if it is loaded, this is not the first step in firearm safety. Option C is incorrect because while it is important to know your target and what is beyond it, this is not the first step in firearm safety. The first and most important step in firearm safety is to always keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.

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