RE: 3 out of 5 on 9" circle at 40 yds
I think if ALL gun hunters were somehow tested for shooting proficiency, the vast majority would fail. I don't know of a state that requires a test in order to get a hunting license, but if there was most would flunk in my opinion. Most shooters learn to shoot from their fathers, or uncles or older siblings who probably don't know much more than the newbie they are trying to teach. Few really get any proper training.