What is the stated disadvantage of the two-probe design?

• A. The officer must reload and attempt a second contact.
• B. The device fails after first shot.
• C. It cannot be used at all distances.
• D. It causes more injuries.

Answer: (A)

Two probes improve the chance of getting a good electrical connection by offering two potential contact points on the target, which makes engagement more reliable overall. The trade-off is that, once deployed, you’re confined to the used cartridge; to try a second contact you must reload with a fresh cartridge. That reload step introduces a delay and stops the current engagement, making rapid follow-up actions less immediate. The other options don’t reflect a limitation tied specifically to this two-probe setup, whereas the need to reload for another contact is the typical, stated drawback.