What are the two stances?

What are the two stances?

• A. Modern/Isosceles stance and combat action stance.
• B. Weaver stance and crouch stance.
• C. Standing and kneeling.
• D. Prone and high ready.

Answer: (A)

Two stances refer to the main ways shooters position their body to control recoil and keep sights on target. The two stances shown here are the modern/Isosceles stance and the Combat Action stance. In the modern Isosceles stance, you face the target with a square or mostly squared body, extend both arms to form a strong two-handed grip, and push the pistol straight toward the target. This creates a stable, balanced platform that makes sight alignment easier and helps absorb recoil for accurate follow-up shots. The Combat Action stance is more forward-leaning and compact, with a lower center of gravity and a stance that facilitates quick movement and close-range engagements. It Still uses a two-handed grip but emphasizes mobility and readiness to transition or close distance. Other postures listed (like Weaver, standing/kneeling, or prone/high ready) are legitimate shooting stances or positions, but they are not the two stances described in this item.

Two stances refer to the main ways shooters position their body to control recoil and keep sights on target. The two stances shown here are the modern/Isosceles stance and the Combat Action stance.

In the modern Isosceles stance, you face the target with a square or mostly squared body, extend both arms to form a strong two-handed grip, and push the pistol straight toward the target. This creates a stable, balanced platform that makes sight alignment easier and helps absorb recoil for accurate follow-up shots.

The Combat Action stance is more forward-leaning and compact, with a lower center of gravity and a stance that facilitates quick movement and close-range engagements. It Still uses a two-handed grip but emphasizes mobility and readiness to transition or close distance.

Other postures listed (like Weaver, standing/kneeling, or prone/high ready) are legitimate shooting stances or positions, but they are not the two stances described in this item.