True or false: 90% of all malfunctions are caused by shooter error.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only some malfunctions are shooter error.
• D. Malfunctions are never caused by shooter error.

Answer: (A)

Most malfunctions come from how the shooter handles the firearm, not from the gun itself. The idea behind this statement is that proper grip, stance, reliable magazine seating, smooth trigger control, and following correct loading and clearing procedures prevent many jams. It emphasizes shooter responsibility: if you maintain the weapon correctly and know how to perform immediate-action drill, you can resolve or avoid a large majority of stoppages. There are malfunctions that are caused by ammunition or mechanical defects, but those are less common, so the claim that shooter error accounts for the majority is the best-supported perspective in practice.