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1. Electrical current is measured in which of the following units? T4A01 Ref Pg 2-4
A. Volts
B. Watts
C. Ohms
D. Amperes
2. Electrical Power is measured in which of the following units? T4A02 2-5
A. Volts
B. Watts
C. Ohms
D. Amperes
3. What is the name for the distance a radio wave travels during one complete cycle? T4B01 2-15
A. Wave speed
B. Waveform
C. Wavelength
D. Wave spread
4. What two devices are combined into one unit in a transceiver? T4C03 2-2
A. Receiver, transmitter
B. Receiver, transformer
C. Receiver, transistor
D. Transmitter, deceiver
5. What device is used to increase the output of a 10 watt radio to 100 watts? T4C05 2-3
A. Amplifier
B. Power supply
C. Antenna
D. Attenuator
6. What is the voltage across the resistor if a current of 0.5 amperes flows through a 2 ohm resistor? T4D07 2-5
A. 1 volt
B. 0.25 volts
C. 2.5 volts
D. 1.5 volts
7. What is the voltage across the resistor if a current of 2 amperes flows through a 10 ohm resistor? T4D09 2-5
A. 20 volts
B. 0.2 volts
C. 12 volts
D. 8 volts
8. What is the current flowing through a 100 ohm resistor connected across 200 volts? T4D10 2-5
A. 20,000 amperes
B. 0.5 amperes
C. 2 amperes
D. 100 amperes
9. How much power is represented by a voltage of 13.8 volts DC and a current of 10 amperes? T4E03 2-6
A. 138 watts
B. 0.7 watts
C. 23.8 watts
D. 3.8 watts
10. What is another way to specify the frequency of a radio signal that is oscillating at 1,500,000 Hertz? T4E08 2-7
A. 1500 kHz
B. 1500 MHz
C. 15 GHz
D. 150 kHz
11. What could you use in place of a regular speaker to help you copy signals in a noisy area? T5A04 2-3
A. A video display
B. A low pass filter
C. A set of headphones
D. A boom microphone
12. Which sideband is normally used for VHF and UHF SSB communications? T6A07 pg 2-21, suppl.
A. Upper sideband
B. Lower sideband
C. Suppressed sideband
D. Inverted sideband
13. What is the approximate bandwidth of a frequency-modulated voice signal? T6A10 2-22, suppl.
A. Less than 500 Hz
B. About 150 kHz
C. Between 5 and 15 kHz
D. More than 30 kHz
14. What might be a way to reach a distant repeater if buildings or obstructions are blocking the direct line of sight path? T9B09 2-28
A. Change from vertical to horizontal polarization
B. Try using a directional antenna to find a path that reflects signals to the repeater
C. Ask the repeater owners to repair their receiver
D. Transmit on the repeater output frequency
15. What term is commonly used to describe the rapid fluttering sound sometimes heard from mobile stations that are moving while transmitting? T9B10 2-28
A. Flip-flopping
B. Picket fencing
C. Frequency shifting
D. Pulsing
16. What, in general terms, is standing wave ratio (SWR)? T9C01 2-26
A. A measure of how well a load is matched to a transmitter
B. The ratio of high to low impedance in a feed line
C. The transmitter efficiency ratio
D. An indication of the quality of your station ground connection
17. Why is coaxial cable used more often than any other feed line for amateur radio antenna systems? T9C12 2-25
A. It is easy to use and requires few special installation considerations
B. It has less loss than any other type of feedline
C. It can handle more power than any other type of feedline
D. It is less expensive than any other types of line
1. Who is responsible for taking care of the interference if signals from your transmitter are causing front end overload in your neighbor's television receiver? T3D02 3-31
A. You alone are responsible, since your transmitter is causing the problem
B. Both you and the owner of the television receiver share the responsibility
C. The FCC must decide if you or the owner of the television receiver is responsible
D. The owner of the television receiver is responsible
2. What is the major cause of telephone interference? T3D03 3-31
A. The telephone wiring is inadequate
B. Tropospheric ducting at UHF frequencies
C. The telephone was not equipped with adequate interference protection when manufactured.
D. Improper location of the telephone in the home
3. How much voltage does an automobile battery usually supply? T4A06 3-26
A. About 12 volts
B. About 30 volts
C. About 120 volts
D. About 240 volts
4. What is required to keep rechargeable batteries in good condition and ready for emergencies? T4C09 3-26
A. They must be inspected for physical damage and replaced if necessary
B. They should be stored in a cool and dry location
C. They must be given a maintenance recharge at least every 6 months
D. All of these answers are correct
5. Where must a filter be installed to reduce spurious emissions? T5A06 3-30
A. At the transmitter
B. At the receiver
C. At the station power supply
D. At the microphone
6. What is connected between the transceiver and computer terminal in a packet radio station? T5A08 3-10
A. Transmatch
B. Mixer
C. Terminal Node Controller
D. Antenna
7. What is the purpose of the squelch control on a transceiver? T5B04 3-7
A. It is used to set the highest level of volume desired
B. It is used to set the transmitter power level
C. It is used to adjust the antenna polarization
D. It is used to quiet noise when no signal is being received
8. What is the purpose of the "function" or "F" key found on many transceivers? T5B11 3-3
A. It turns the power on and off
B. It selects the autopatch access code
C. It selects an alternate action for some control buttons
D. It controls access to the memory scrambler
9 What is the most common input/output frequency offset for repeaters in the 2-meter band? T5C05 3-9 (offset = shift = split)
A. 0.6 MHz
B. 1.0 MHz
C. 1.6 MHz
D. 5.0 MHz
10. What is meant by the terms input and output frequency when referring to repeater operations? T5C07 3-8
A. The repeater receives on one frequency and transmits on another
B. The repeater offers a choice of operating frequencies
C. One frequency is used to control the repeater and another is used to retransmit received signals
D. The repeater must receive an access code on one frequency before it will begin transmitting
11. How can you make the signal from a hand-held radio stronger when operating in the field? T7A03 3-27
A. Switch to VFO mode
B. Use an external antenna instead of the rubber-duck antenna
C. Stand so there is a metal building between you and other stations
D. Speak as loudly as you can
12. What is a disadvantage of the "rubber duck" antenna supplied with most hand held radio transceivers? T9A04 3-27
A. It does not transmit or receive as effectively as a full sized antenna
B. It is much more expensive than a standard antenna
C. If the rubber end cap is lost it will unravel very quickly
D. It transmits a circular polarized signal
13. What is the advantage of 5/8 wavelength over 1/4 wavelength vertical antennas? T9A06 3-14
A. They are easier to match to the feed line than other types
B. Their radiation pattern concentrates energy at lower angles
C. They pick up less noise
D. Their radiation pattern concentrates energy at higher angles
14. What is the approximate length, in inches, of a 6-meter 1/2 wavelength wire dipole antenna? T9A12 3-12
A. 6 inches
B. 50 inches
C. 112 inches
D. 236 inches
15. What is a good thing to remember when using your hand-held VHF or UHF radio to reach a distant repeater? T9B07 3-28
A. Speak as loudly as possible to help your signal go farther
B. Keep your transmissions short to conserve battery power
C. Keep the antenna as close to vertical as you can
D. Turn off the CTCSS tone
16. What kind of hazard is presented by a conventional 12-volt storage battery? T0A10 3-26
A. It contains dangerous acid that can spill and cause injury
B. Short circuits can damage wiring and possibly cause a fire
C. Explosive gas can collect if not properly vented
D. All of these answers are correct
1. Why should you use the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) phonetic alphabet when identifying your station? T3A11 [97.119(b)(2)] 4-13
A. The words are internationally recognized substitutes for letters
B. There is no advantage
C. The words have been chosen to represent amateur radio terms
D. It preserves traditions begun in the early days of amateur Radio
2. Who is in charge of the repeater frequency band plan in your local area? T3B04 4-17
A. The local FCC field office
B. RACES and FEMA
C. The recognized frequency coordination body
D. Repeater Council of America
3. What is the main purpose of repeater coordination? T3B05 4-17
A. To reduce interference and promote proper use of spectrum
B. To coordinate as many repeaters as possible in a small area
C. To coordinate all possible frequencies available for repeater use
D. To promote and encourage use of simplex frequencies
4. What is the proper way to break into a conversation between two stations that are using the frequency? T3C01 4-14
A. Say your call sign between their transmissions
B. Wait for them to finish and then call CQ
C. Say "Break-break" between their transmissions
D. Call one of the operators on the telephone to interrupt the conversation
5. What is considered to be proper repeater operating practice? T3C02 4-16
A. Monitor before transmitting and keep transmissions short
B. Identify legally
C. Use the minimum amount of transmitter power necessary
D. All of these answers are correct
6. What should you do if you hear a newly licensed operator that is having trouble with their station? T3C07 4-6
A. Tell them to get off the air until they learn how operate properly
B. Report them to the FCC
C. Contact them and offer to help with the problem
D. Move to another frequency
7. What is one of the reasons to use digital signals instead of analog signals to communicate with another station? T5D13 4-33
A. Digital systems are less expensive than analog systems
B. Many digital systems can automatically correct errors caused by noise and interference
C. Digital modulation circuits are much less complicated than any other types
D. All digital signals allow higher transmit power levels
8. Which one of the following allows computer-to-radio linking for voice transmission? T6B07 4-18
A. Grid modulation
B. EchoLink
C. AMTOR
D. Multiplex
9. What are you listening to if you hear a brief tone and then a station from Russia calling CQ on a 2-meter repeater? T6B08 4-19
A. An ionospheric band opening on VHF
B. A prohibited transmission
C. An Internet linked DX station
D. None of these answers are correct
10. When using a portable transceiver how do you select a specific IRLP node? T6B11 4-19, suppl
A. Choose a specific CTCSS tone
B. Choose the correct DSC tone
C. Access the repeater autopatch
D. Use the keypad to transmit the IRLP node numbers
11. What does the term APRS mean? T6C02 4-34
A. Automatic Position Reporting System
B. Associated Public Radio Station
C. Auto Planning Radio Set-up
D. Advanced Polar Radio System
12. What is the "Q" signal used to indicate that you are receiving interference from other stations? T6C10 4-4
A. QRM
B. QRN
C. QTH
D. QSB
13. What is a special event station? T7A10 4-30
A. A station that sends out birthday greetings
B. A station that operates only on holidays
C. A temporary station that operates in conjunction with an activity of special significance
D. A station that broadcasts special events
14. What is the station identification requirement when sending commands to a radio control model using amateur frequencies? T7A12 [97.215(a)] 4-36
A. Voice identification must be transmitted every 10 minutes
B. Morse code ID must be sent once per hour
C. A label indicating the licensee's call sign and address must be affixed to the transmitter
D. There is no station identification requirement for this service
15. What class of license is required to use amateur satellites? T7B01 4-31
A. Only Extra class licensees can use amateur radio satellites
B. General or higher class licensees who have a satellite operator certification
C. Only persons who are AMSAT members and who have paid their dues
D. Any amateur whose license allows them to transmit on the satellite uplink frequency
16. Who may make contact with an astronaut on the International Space Station using amateur radio frequencies? T7B04 4-32
A. Only members of amateur radio clubs at NASA facilities
B. Any amateur with a Technician or higher class license
C. Only the astronaut's family members who are hams
D. You cannot talk to the ISS on amateur radio frequencies
17. What is a satellite sub-band? T7B09 4-31
A. A special frequency for talking to submarines
B. A frequency range limited to Extra Class licensees
C. A portion of a band where satellite operations are permitted
D. An obsolete term that has no meaning
18. What is one reason for using tactical call signs such as "command post" or "weather center" during an emergency? T8A05 4-26
A. They help to keep the general public informed
B. They are more efficient and help coordinate public-service communications
C. They are required by the FCC
D. They increase goodwill and sound professional
19. What type of communications has priority at all times in the Amateur Radio Service? T8A11 [97.101(c)] 4-24
A. Repeater communications
B. Emergency communications
C. Simplex communications
D. Third-party communications
20. What is the primary function of ARES in relation to emergency activities? T8B04 4-27
A. ARES organizations are restricted to serving local, state, and federal government emergency management agencies
B. ARES supports agencies like the Red Cross, SalvationArmy, and National Weather Service
C. ARES groups work only with local school districts
D. ARES supports local National Guard units
21. What could be used as an alternate source of power to operate radio equipment during emergencies? T8B07 4-27
A. The battery in a car or truck
B. A bicycle generator
C. A portable solar panel
D. All of these answers are correct
22. Why should casual conversation between stations during a public service event be avoided? T8B09 4-25
A. Such chatter is often interesting to bystanders
B. Other listeners might overhear personal information
C. Idle chatter may interfere with important traffic
D. You might have to change batteries more often
23. What is one way to reduce the chances of casual listeners overhearing sensitive emergency traffic? T8C05 4-25
A. Pass messages using a non-voice mode such as packet radio or Morse code
B. Speak as rapidly as possible to reduce your on-air time
C. Spell out every word using phonetics
D. Restrict transmission of messages to the hours between midnight and 4:00 AM
24. What should you do if a large scale emergency has just occurred and no net control station is available? T8C08 4-21
A. Wait until the assigned net control station comes on the air and pass your traffic when called
B. Transmit a call for help and hope someone will hear you
C. Open the emergency net immediately and ask for check-ins
D. Listen to the local NOAA weather broadcast to find out how long the emergency will last
25. What is the recommended guideline for the maximum number of words to be included in the text of an emergency message? T8C11 4-22
A. 10 words
B. 25 words
C. 50 words
D. 75 words
26. What is one way to recharge a 12-volt battery if the commercial power is out? T0A09 4-27
A. You cannot recharge a battery unless the power is back on
B. Add water to the battery
C. Connect the battery to a car's battery and run the engine
D. Take your battery to the utility company for a recharge
1. Who is an amateur operator as defined in Part 97? T1A01 [97.3(a)(1)] 5-3
A. A person named in an amateur operator/primary license grant in the FCC ULS database
B. A person who has passed a written license examination
C. The person named on the FCC Form 605 Application
D. A person holding a Restricted Operating Permit
2. What is one of the basic purposes of the Amateur Radio Service as defined in Part 97? T1A02 [97.1] 5-2
A. To support teaching of amateur radio classes in schools
B. To provide a voluntary noncommercial communications service to the public, particularly in times of emergency
C. To provide free message service to the public
D. To allow the public to communicate with other radio services
3. What is the definition of an amateur radio station? T1A09 [97.3(a)(5)] 5-3
A. A station in a public radio service used for radio
communications
B. A station using radio communications for a commercial purpose
C. A station using equipment for training new broadcast operators and technicians
D. A station in an Amateur Radio Service consisting of the apparatus necessary for carrying on radio communications
4. What is the ITU? T1B01 [97.3(a)(28)] 5-16
A. The International Telecommunications Utility
B. The International Telephone Union
C. The International Telecommunication Union
D. The International Technology Union
5. How might an amateur radio club obtain a club station call sign? T1B05 [97.17(b)(2)] 5-20
A. By applying directly to the FCC in Gettysburg, PA
B. By applying through a Club Station Call Sign Administrator
C. By submitting a FCC Form 605 to the FCC in Washington, DC
D. By notifying a VE team using NCVEC Form 605
6. Who is eligible to apply for temporary use of a 1-by-1 format Special Event call sign? T1B06 5-20
A. Only Amateur Extra class amateurs
B. Only military stations
C. Any FCC-licensed amateur
D. Only trustees of amateur radio club stations
7. Which 23 centimeter frequency is authorized to a Technician class license holder operating in ITU Region 2? T1C07 [97.301(a)] 5-10
A. 2315 MHz
B. 1296 MHz
C. 3390 MHz
D. 146.52 MHz
8. Who can become an amateur licensee in the US? T1D02 [97.5(b)(1)] 5-3
A. Anyone except a representative of a foreign government
B. Only a citizen of the United States
C. Anyone except an employee of the US government
D. Anyone
9. What government agency grants your amateur radio license? T1D04 [97.5(a)] 5-2
A. The Department of Defense
B. The Bureau of Public Communications
C. The Department of Commerce
D. The Federal Communications Commission
10. When are you permitted to continue to transmit if you forget to renew your amateur license and it expires? T1D11 [97.21(b)] 5-7
A. Transmitting is not allowed until the license is renewed and appears on the FCC ULS database
B. When you identify using the suffix EXP
C. When you notify the FCC you intend to renew within 90 days
D. Transmitting is allowed any time during the 2-year grace period
11. How many amateur operator / primary station licenses may be held by one person? T2C02 [97.5(b)(1)] 5-3
A. As many as desired
B. One for each portable transmitter
C. Only one
D. One for each station location
12. Why are unlicensed persons in your family not allowed to transmit on your amateur station if you are not there? T2D10 [97.109(b)] 5-8
A. They must not use your equipment without your permission
B. They must be licensed before they are allowed to be control operators
C. They must know how to use proper procedures and Q signals
D. They must know the right frequencies and emissions for transmitting
13. What emission modes are permitted in the restricted sub-band at 144.0-144.1 MHz? T3B10 [97.305 (a)(c)] 5-13
A. CW only
B. CW and RTTY
C. SSB only
D. CW and SSB
14. What is the frequency range of the 6 meter band in the United States? T4B11 5-10,14
A. 144 to 148 MHz
B. 222 to 225 MHz
C. 420 to 450 MHz
D. 50 to 54 MHz
15. What is the frequency range of the 70 centimeter band in the United States? T4B12 5-10,14
A. 144 to 148 MHz
B. 222 to 225 MHz
C. 420 to 450 MHz
D. 50 to 54 MHz
16. What emission mode may be used by a Technician class operator in the 219 - 220 MHz frequency range? T6C05 5-13
A. Slow-scan television
B. Point-to-point digital message forwarding
C. FM voice
D. Fast-scan television
1. Which of the following are specifically prohibited in the Amateur Radio Service? T2A07 [97.113(a)(4)] 6-11
A. Discussion of politics
B. Discussion of programs on broadcast stations
C. Indecent and obscene language
D. Morse code practice
2. Which of the following one-way communications may not be transmitted in the Amateur Radio Service? T2A08 [97.3(a)(10), 97.113(b)] 6-12
A. Telecommand of model craft
B. Broadcasts intended for reception by the general public
C. Brief transmissions to make adjustments to the station
D. Morse code practice
3. What must you transmit to identify your amateur station? T2B01 [97.119(a)] 6-3
A. Your tactical ID
B. Your call sign
C. Your first name and your location
D. Your full name
4. How often must an amateur station transmit the assigned call sign? T2B03 [97.119(a)] 6-3
A. At the beginning of each transmission and every 10 minutes during communication
B. Every 10 minutes during communications and at the end of each communication
C. At the end of each transmission
D. Only at the end of the communication
5. What is an acceptable method of transmitting a repeater station identification? T2B04 [97.119(b)] 6-4
A. By phone using the English language
B. By video image conforming to applicable standards
C. By Morse code at a speed not to exceed 20 words per minute
D. All of these answers are correct.
6. What is required before you can control an amateur station in the US? T1C01 [97.5(a)] 6-1
A. You must hold an FCC restricted operator's permit for a
licensed radio station
B. You must submit an FCC Form 605 with a license examination fee
C. You must be named in the FCC amateur license database, or be an alien with reciprocal operating authorization
D. The FCC must issue you a Certificate of Successful Completion of Amateur Training
7. Under what conditions are amateur stations allowed to communicate with stations operating in other radio services? T1C03 [97.111] 6-13
A. When other radio services make contact with amateur stations
B. When authorized by the FCC
C. When communicating with stations in the Family Radio Service
D. When commercial broadcast stations are off the air
8. What minimum class of amateur license must you hold to be a control operator of a repeater station? T2C03 [97.205(a)] 6-1
A. Technician Plus
B. Technician
C. General
D. Amateur Extra
9. What type of control is being used on a repeater when the control operator is not present? T2C09 [97.3(a)] 6-10
A. Local control
B. Remote control
C. Automatic control
D. Uncontrolled
10. Who is responsible for proper operation if you transmit from another amateur's station? T2D01 [97.103(a)] 6-2
A. Both of you
B. Only the other station licensee
C. Only you as the control operator
D. Only the station licensee, unless the station records shows another control operator at the time
11. Which of the following is a prohibited amateur radio transmission? T2D04 [97.113(a)(3)] 6-11
A. Using amateur radio to seek emergency assistance
B. Using amateur radio for conducting business
C. Using an amateur phone patch to call for a taxi or food
delivery
D. Using an amateur phone patch to call home to say you are
running late
12. What is the proper course of action if you unintentionally interfere with another station? T3D04 6-7
A. Rotate your antenna slightly
B. Properly identify your station and move to a different frequency
C. Increase power
D. Change antenna polarization
1. What is connected to the green wire in a three-wire electrical plug? T0A03 7-3
A. Neutral
B. Hot
C. Ground
D. The white wire
2. What is an important consideration when putting up an antenna? T0B04 7-13
A. Carefully tune it for a low SWR
B. Make sure people cannot accidentally come into contact with it
C. Make sure you discard all packing material in a safe place
D. Make sure birds can see it so they don’t fly into it
3. What must be considered when erecting an antenna near an airport? T0B05 [97.15(A)] 7-13
A. The maximum allowed height with regard to nearby airports
B. The possibility of interference to aircraft radios
C. The radiation angle of the signals it produces
D. The polarization of signal to be radiated
4. What action might amateur operators take to prevent exposure to RF radiation in excess of FCC supplied limits? T0C08 7-11
A. Alter antenna patterns
B. Relocate antennas
C. Change station parameters such as frequency or power
D. All of these answers are correct
5. Why is duty cycle one of the factors used to determine safe RF radiation exposure levels? T0C11 7-9
A. It takes into account the amount of time the transmitter is operating
B. It takes into account the transmitter power supply rating
C. It takes into account the antenna feed line loss
D. It takes into account the thermal effects of the final
amplifier
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