Which of the following is NOT a type of handgun?

• A. Lever-Action Pistol
• B. Single-Action Revolver
• C. Double-Action Revolver
• D. Semi-Automatic

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is how handgun types are categorized by their action mechanisms. Handguns are designed to be fired with one hand and typically fall into revolver types (single-action or double-action) or semi-automatic pistols, which use a slide and magazine to cycle rounds. A lever-action mechanism, by contrast, is characteristic of rifles and shotguns, where a lever is used to cycle the action. While there are rare lever-action pistols, they are not considered a standard handgun category in most safety courses. That’s why this option is not a typical handgun type. The other options fit common handgun classifications: a single-action revolver requires manual hammer cocking before each shot; a double-action revolver fires with one trigger pull by cocking and releasing the hammer; and a semi-automatic pistol uses a magazine and slide to chamber the next round automatically.