Which type of rifle bullet is known for its high velocity and excellent mushrooming?

The correct choice, which is the pointed soft point, is known for combining high velocity with effective expansion upon impact. This type of bullet features a pointed tip for improved aerodynamics and easier penetration, while the soft lead core behind the pointed exterior allows for controlled expansion when it strikes a target.

When a pointed soft point bullet hits its target, the front tip is designed to deform and create a larger wound channel. This mushrooming effect increases the bullet's effectiveness for both hunting and self-defense purposes as it creates more tissue damage and energy transfer to the target.

While other bullet types are effective in their own right, they do not achieve the same level of mushrooming combined with high velocity as the pointed soft point bullet does. Full metal jacket bullets, for example, do not expand and are primarily designed for deep penetration rather than tissue damage. Hollowpoint bullets are known for their expansion; however, they may not always achieve the high velocity of a pointed soft point. Roundnose lead bullets offer limited expansion and penetration, making them less suitable for the high-velocity performance desired in hunting or sport shooting scenarios.