Washington State Hunters Ed Practice Exam

Which type of sights is known for having an aperture?

1. Open

2. Peep

3. Telescope

4. Reflex

The correct answer is: Peep

The type of sights known for having an aperture is the peep sight. Peep sights feature a small hole or aperture that the shooter looks through to align their target with the front sight. This design enhances accuracy by allowing the shooter to focus better on the front sight and the target, creating a clearer sight picture. The use of a peep sight helps to reduce the effects of misalignment and enhances depth of field, which is particularly helpful for precision shooting. This style of sight is commonly used in target shooting, firearms competitions, and for hunting scenarios where accuracy is paramount. To provide additional context, open sights do not have an aperture; they consist of a front sight and a rear notch, which can make it harder to align accurately compared to a peep sight. Telescope sights use lenses to magnify the image of the target, while reflex sights utilize a reflective surface to show the reticle, and they do not incorporate the aperture design characteristic of peep sights.