What is one characteristic of grazing fire in combat situations?

Grazing fire is a technique used in combat where the trajectory of the bullets remains close to the ground, allowing the fire to be highly effective at hitting targets without excessive elevation. One of the key characteristics of grazing fire is that it is ideally engaged from a position that places the fire on the flank of the target. This positioning maximizes the effectiveness of the fire by keeping the rounds low to the ground and ensuring that they travel in a way that is less likely to be obstructed by terrain or cover. This method of fire can create a dominant field of fire on an enemy's position, effectively suppressing their ability to return fire while allowing friendly forces to maneuver more safely. The other considerations in the choices do not align with the primary function and strategy of grazing fire in combat.