Multiple choice general knowledge The AK-47 is a widely used assault rifle. The number 47 stands for its capability. True False Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The number 47 in AK-47 refers to the year 1947 when the rifle was designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov, not any combat capability or feature. The designation follows the Soviet pattern of including the design year in weapon names.