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!1: What is the AMATEUR RADIO SERVICE?

 A. A private radio service used for personal gain and public
    benefit.
 B. A public radio service used for public service communication.
 C. A radio communication service for self-training and technical
    experimentation.
 D. A private radio service intended for the furtherance of
    commercial radio interests.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!2: Who is an AMATEUR RADIO OPERATOR?

 A. A person who has not received any training in radio operations.
 B. Someone who performs communications in the Amateur Radio Service.
 C. A person who performs private radio communications for hire.
 D. A trainee in a commercial radio station.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!3: What is an AMATEUR RADIO STATION?

 A. A licensed radio station engaged in broadcasting to the public
    in a limited and well defined area.
 B. A radio station used to further commercial radio interests.
 C. A private radio service used for personal gain and
    public service.
 D. A radio station operated by a person interested in self-training,
    intercommunication and technical investigation.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!4: What is AMATEUR RADIOCOMMUNICATION?

 A. Non-commercial radio communication between Amateur Radio
    Stations with a personal aim and without pecuniary interest.
 B. Commercial radio communications between radio stations licensed
    to non-profit organizations and businesses.
 C. Experimental or educational radio transmissions controlled by
    student operators.
 D. Non-commercial radio communications intended for the education
    and benefit of the general public.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!5: What is the portion of an Amateur Radio License
    that conveys operator privileges?

 A. The verification section.
 B. Form 610.
 C. The operator license.
 D. The station license.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!6: What authority is derived from an Amateur Radio
    Station License?

 A. The authority to use specific operating frequencies.
 B. The authority to have an Amateur Radio Station at a specific
    location.
 C. The authority to enforce FCC Rules when violations are noted
    on the part of other operators.
 D. The authority to transmit on either Amateur or Class D citizens
    band frequencies.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!7: What is a CONTROL OPERATOR?

 A. A licensed operator designated to be responsible for the
    emissions of a particular station.
 B. A person, either licensed or not, who controls the emissions
    of an Amateur Radio Station.
 C. An unlicensed person who is speaking over an Amateur Radio
    Station's microphone while a licensed control operator is
    present.
 D. A government official who comes to an Amateur Radio Station
    to take control for test purposes.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!8: What is the term for an Amateur Radio Operator designated
    by the station licensee to also be responsible for the
    emissions from that station?

 A. Auxiliary operator.
 B. Operations coordinator.
 C. Third party.
 D. Control operator.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!9: What is THIRD PARTY TRAFFIC?

 A. A message passed by one Amateur Radio control operator to
    another Amateur Radio control operator on behalf of another
    person.
 B. Public service communications handled on behalf of a minor
    political party.
 C. Only messages that are formally handled through Amateur Radio channels.
 D. A message from one Amateur Radio station to another in which a third
    Amateur Radio station must relay all or part of the message because of
    propagation problems.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!10: Who is a THIRD-PARTY in Amateur Radiocommunications?

 A. The Amateur Radio station that breaks into a two-way contact
    between two other Amateur Radio stations.
 B. Any person passing a message through Amateur Radio communication
    channels other than the control operators of the two stations
    handling the message.
 C. A shortwave listener monitoring a two-way Amateur Radio communication.
 D. The control operator present when an unlicensed person communicates
    over an Amateur Radio Station.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!11: What are the Novice control operator privileges in the
     80 meter band?

 A. 3500 - 4000 kHz.
 B. 3700 - 3750 kHz.
 C. 7100 - 7300 khz.
 D. 7000 - 7300 khz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!12: What are the Novice control operator privileges in the
     40 meter band?

 A. 3500 - 4000 kHz.
 B. 3700 - 3750 kHz.
 C. 7100 - 7150 kHz.
 D. 7000 - 7300 kHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!13: What are the Novice control operator privileges in the
     15 meter band?

 A. 21.100 - 21.200 MHz.
 B. 21.000 - 21.450 MHz.
 C. 28.000 - 29.700 MHz.
 D. 28.100 - 29.200 MHz.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!14: What are the Novice control operator privileges in the
     10 meter band?

 A. 10.100 - 10.109 Mhz.
 B. 10.115 - 10.150 Mhz.
 C. 28.000 - 29.700 Mhz.
 D. 28.100 - 28.500 Mhz.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!15: What, if any, frequency privileges are authorized to
     Novice control operators besides those in the 80, 40,
     15 and 10 meter bands?

 A. All authorized Amateur Radio frequencies above 50 MHz.
 B. None.
 C. 145 to 147 MHz.
 D. 222.1 to 223.91 MHz. and 1270 to 1295 MHz.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!16: In what frequency bands is a Novice authorized to be
     the control operator of an Amateur Station?

 A. 1800 - 2000 kHz, 3750 - 3775 kHz, 7100 - 7150 kHz,
    21,100 - 21,200 kHz, and 28,100 - 28,500 khz
 B. 3700 - 3750 kHz, 7100 - 7150 kHz, 21,100 - 21,200 kHz,
    28.1 - 28.5 MHz, 222.1 - 223.91 MHz, 1270 - 1295 MHz.
 C. 3.5 - 4.0 MHz, 7.0 - 7.3 MHz, 21.0 - 21.4 MHz,28.0 - 29.7 MHz,
    1240 - 1296 MHz.
 D. 3.5 - 4.0 MHz, 7.0 - 7.3 MHz, 14.0 - 14.35 MHz, 21.1 - 21.45 MHz,
    28.05 - 29,7 MHz, 221.1 - 223.91 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!17: What does the term FREQUENCY BAND mean?

 A. A group of frequencies in which two way contacts are likely to
    occur during any time of the day.
 B. A group of frequencies in which Amateur Radio transmissions are
    authorized.
 C. One specific frequency.
 D. One specific wavelength.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!18: What does the term FREQUENCY PRIVILEGE mean?

 A. The purchase of a frequency for one's use.
 B. Permission to use a particular frequency.
 C. A requirement to use a particular frequency.
 D. Permission to pass routine traffic only on a particular
    frequency.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!19: In what meter band is the Novice control operator frequency
     privilege 3725 kHz?

 A. 80 Meters.
 B. 40 Meters.
 C. 15 Meters.
 D. 10 Meters.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!20: In what meter band is the Novice control operator frequency
     privilege 7125 kHz?

 A. 80 Meters.
 B. 40 Meters.
 C. 15 Meters.
 D. 10 Meters.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!21: What frequencies may a Novice Control Operator use in the
     10 Meter band?

 A. 28.1 to 28.5 MHz.
 B. 30.1 to 30.5 MHz.
 C. 27.1 to 27.5 MHz.
 D. 28.0 to 29.7 MHz.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!22: What frequencies may a Novice Control Operator use in the
     220 MHz. band?

 A. 225.0 to 230.5 MHz.
 B. 222.1 to 223.91 MHz.
 C. 224.1 to 225.1 MHz.
 D. 221.2 to 223.0 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!23: What frequencies may a Novice Control Operator use in the
     1270 MHz. band?

 A. 1260 to 1270 MHz.
 B. 1240 to 1300 MHz.
 C. 1270 to 1295 MHz.
 D. 1240 to 1246 MHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!24: What frequencies may a Novice Control Operator use in the
     23 Centimeter band?

 A. 1260 to 1270 MHz.
 B. 1240 to 1300 MHz.
 C. 1270 to 1295 MHz.
 D. 1240 to 1246 MHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!25: What emission type is authorized to Novice control operators?

 A. Any emission authorized to the Amateur Radio Service in the 80,
    40, 15 and 10 meter CW subbands.
 B. Any authorized emission used below 29.7 MHz. on the Amateur
    Radio Bands
 C. All emissions authorized to the Amateur Radio Service on
    frequencies between 222.1 and 223.91 MHz.
 D. A3J between 145 and 147 MHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!26: What does the term A1A EMISSION mean?

 A. Extremely strong, copyable signals.
 B. A very low Atmospheric Noise Count.
 C. CW Morse Code without modulation of the carrier.
 D. Amplitude modulated radio telephony with only one sideband.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!27: What is the term for a transmission of telegraphy by
     on-off keying?

 A. A3J
 B. F3C
 C. J2B
 D. A1A
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!28: What does the term CW mean?

 A. Calling Wavelength.
 B. Coulombs per Watt.
 C. Continuous Wave.
 D. Continuous Wattage.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!29: What, if any, emission privileges are authorized to Novice
     control operators beside A1A?

 A. Any emission authorized to the Amateur Radio
    Service in the 80, 40, 15 and 10 meter CW subbands.
 B. Any authorized emission used below 29.7 MHz. on
    the Amateur Radio bands.
 C. All emissions authorized to the Amateur Radio Service
    on frequencies between 222.1 and 223.91 MHz.
 D. A3J between 145 and 147 MHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!30: What telegraphy code may a Novice control operator use?

 A. Any telegraphy code authorized for use in the Amateur Bands.
 B. Only the International Telegraph Alphabet Number Three.
 C. ASCII, Packet and RTTY.
 D. Baudot, Amtor and CW.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!31: Which, if any, telegraphy codes may a Novice control operator
     use beside the International Morse Code?

 A. Any telegraphy code authorized for use in the Amateur Bands.
 B. Audio Frequency Shifted CW and Amtor.
 C. ASCII, Packet and RTTY.
 D. Baudot, Amtor and CW.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!32: What does the term EMISSION mean?

 A. RF signals transmitted from a radio station.
 B. Signals refracted by the E Layer.
 C. Filter out the carrier of a received signal.
 D. Baud rate.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!32: What is the term, as used in the Amateur Radio Service
     Rules, for a transmission from a radio station?

 A. Modulation Index.
 B. Resolution.
 C. Emission.
 D. Demodulation Envelope.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!33: What does the term EMISSION PRIVILEGE mean?

 A. Permissible class of operator license.
 B. Permissible type(s) of transmitted signals.
 C. Permissible frequency of operation.
 D. Permissible content of communications.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!34: What emission types are Novice Control Operators permitted
     to use on frequencies from 28.3 to 28.5 MHz.?

 A. All authorized Amateur Emission Privileges.
 B. A1A and J3E.
 C. A1A and F1B.
 D. A1A and F3E.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!35: What emission types are Novice Control Operators permitted
     to use on frequencies from 28.1 to 28.3 MHz.?

 A. All authorized Amateur Emission Privileges.
 B. F1B and J3E.
 C. A1A and F1B.
 D. A1A and J3E.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!36: What emission types are Novice Control Operators permitted
     to use on the Amateur 220 MHz. band?

 A. All Amateur Emission Privileges authorized for use on
    220 MHZ.
 B. F1B and J3E.
 C. A1A and F1B.
 D. A1A and J3E.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!37: What emission types are Novice Control Operators permitted
     to use on frequencies from 1270 to 1295 MHz.?

 A. All Amateur Emission Privileges authorized for use on
    1270 MHZ.
 B. F1B and J3E.
 C. A1A and F1B.
 D. A1A and J3E.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!38: On what frequencies in the 10 Meter Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission F1B (RTTY)?

 A. 28.1 to 28.5 MHz.
 B. 28.0 to 29.7 MHz.
 C. 28.1 to 28.2 MHz.
 D. 28.1 to 28.3 MHz.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!39: On what frequencies in the 10 Meter Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission J3E (SSB Phone)?

 A. 28.3 to 28.5 MHz.
 B. 28.0 to 29.7 MHz.
 C. 28.1 to 28.2 MHz.
 D. 28.1 to 28.5 MHz.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!40: On what frequencies in the 220 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission F3E (FM Voice)?

 A. 220 to 225 MHz.
 B. 222.1 to 223.91 MHz.
 C. 223 to 225 MHz.
 D. 223.1 to 224.91 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!41: On what frequencies in the 220 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission A1A (CW)?

 A. 220 to 225 MHz.
 B. 222.1 to 223.91 MHz.
 C. 223 to 225 MHz.
 D. 223.1 to 224.91 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!42: On what frequencies in the 220 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to operate Packet Radio?

 A. 220 to 225 MHz.
 B. 222.1 to 223.91 MHz.
 C. 223 to 225 MHz.
 D. 223.1 to 224.91 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!43: On what frequencies in the 1270 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission F3E (FM Voice)?

 A. 1240 to 1270 MHz.
 B. 1250 to 1285 MHz.
 C. 1270 to 1295 MHz.
 D. 1295 to 1300 MHz.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!44: On what frequencies in the 1270 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to transmit emission A1A (CW)?

 A. 1295 to 1300 MHz.
 B. 1270 to 1295 MHz.
 C. 1250 to 1285 MHz.
 D. 1240 to 1270 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!45: On what frequencies in the 1270 MHZ. Band are Novice Control
     Operators permitted to operate Packet Radio?

 A. 1295 to 1300 MHz.
 B. 1270 to 1295 MHz.
 C. 1250 to 1285 MHz.
 D. 1240 to 1270 MHz.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!46: Under what circumstances, if any, may the control operator
     cause unidentified radiocommunications or signals to be
     transmitted from an Amateur Station?

 A. A transmission need not be identified if it is restricted to
    brief tests not intended for reception by other parties.
 B. A transmission need not be identified when conducted on a clear
    frequency or "Dead Band" where interference will not occur.
 C. A transmission must be identified under all circumstances.
 D. A transmission need not be identified unless two-way
    communications or third-party traffic handling are involved.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!47: What is the meaning of the term UNIDENTIFIED
     RADIOCOMMUNICATIONS or SIGNALS?

 A. Radiocommunications in which the transmitting station's
    call sign is transmitted in modes other than CW and voice.
 B. Radiocommunications approaching a receiving station from
    an unknown direction.
 C. Radiocommunications in which the operator fails to transmit
    his or her name and QTH.
 D. Radiocommunications in which the transmitting stations call
    sign is not transmitted.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!48: What is the term for transmission from an Amateur Station
     without the required station identification?

 A. Unidentified transmission.
 B. Reluctance modulation.
 C. N0N emission.
 D. Tactical communication.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!49: What is the meaning of the term MALICIOUS INTERFERENCE?

 A. Accidental interference.
 B. Intentional interference.
 C. Mild interference.
 D. Occasional interference.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!50: What is the term for transmissions from an Amateur Station
     which are intended by the control operator to disrupt other
     communications in progress?

 A. Interrupted CW.
 B. Malicious interference.
 C. Transponded signals.
 D. Unidentified transmissions.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!51: Under what circumstances, if any, may the control operator
     cause FALSE or DECEPTIVE SIGNALS or COMMUNICATIONS to be
     transmitted?

 A. Under no circumstances.
 B. When operating a beacon transmitter in a "Fox Hunt" exercise.
 C. When playing a harmless "Practical Joke" without causing
    interference to other stations that are not involved.
 D. When you need to obscure the meaning of transmitted information
    to ensure secrecy.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!52: What is the term for a transmission from an Amateur Station
     of the word MAYDAY when no actual emergency has occurred?

 A. A traditional greeting in May.
 B. An Emergency Action System test transmission.
 C. False or deceptive signals.
 D. "MAYDAY" has no significance in an emergency situation.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!53: Under what circumstances, if any, may an Amateur Station
     be used to transmit messages for hire?

 A. Under no circumstances may an Amateur Radio Station be hired
    to transmit messages.
 B. Modest payment from a non-profit charitable organization is
    permissible.
 C. No money may change hands, but a radio amateur may be
    compensated for services rendered with gifts of equipment or
    services rendered as a return favor.
 D. All payments received in return for transmitting messages by
    Amateur Radio must be reported to the IRS.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!54: Under what circumstances, if any, may the control operator be
     paid to transmit messages from an Amateur Station?

 A. The control operator may be paid if he or she works for a public
    service agency such as the Red Cross.
 B. The control operator may not be paid under any circumstances.
 C. The control operator may be paid if he or she reports all income
    earned from operating an Amateur Radio Station to the IRS as
    receipt of tax-deductible contributions.
 D. The control operator may be paid if he or she works for an
    Amateur Radio Station that operates primarily to broadcast
    telegraphy practice and news bulletins for radio amateurs.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!55: Call signs of Amateur Stations licensed to Novices are from
     which call sign group?

 A. Group A
 B. Group B
 C. Group C
 D. Group D
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!56: What is the format of a GROUP D callsign?

 A. Letter - Number - Letter - Letter.         Examples:  K5AA
 B. Letter - Letter - Number - Letter - Letter.          KA5AA
 C. Letter - Letter - Number - Letter - Letter - Letter. KA5AAA
 D. Letter - Number - Letter - Letter - Letter.           K5AAA
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!57: What are the call sign prefixes for Amateur Stations licensed
     by the FCC?

 A. The letters A, B, C, or D only.
 B. The letters A and U only.
 C. The letters W and K only.
 D. The letters A, K, N or W only.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!58: What determines the number in an Amateur Station call sign?

 A. Call sign district numbers are assigned in such a way as to have
    approximately equal numbers of radio amateurs in each district.
 B. Call sign district numbers are assigned in numerical order.  When
    all of the "1-Calls" are assigned, the FCC begins issuing
    "2-Calls", and so on.
 C. Radio Amateurs may request specific call sign district numbers for
    ease in Morse Code reception of their calls.
 D. The station location address given on an applicant's FCC Form 610
    determines what call sign district number appears in an applicant's
    first Radio Amateur License.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!59: With which Amateur Stations may an FCC-licensed Amateur Station
     communicate?

 A. All Amateur Stations.
 B. All public noncommercial radio stations unless prohibited by the
    station's government.
 C. Only with U.S. Amateur Stations.
 D. All Amateur Stations, unless prohibited by the amateur's
    government.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!60: With which Non-Amateur Stations may an FCC-licensed Amateur
     Station communicate?

 A. No Non-Amateur Stations.
 B. All such stations.
 C. Only those authorized by the FCC.
 D. Only those who use the International Morse Code.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!61: Under what circumstances may an FCC-licensed Amateur Station
     communicate with another Amateur Station in a foreign country.

 A. Only when the foreign country uses English as its primary
    language.
 B. All the time except on 28.600 to 29.700 MHz.
 C. Only when a third-party agreement exists between the U.S. and
    the foreign country.
 D. At any time unless prohibited by either the U.S. or foreign
    government.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!62: Under what circumstances (other than RACES operation) may an
     FCC-licensed Amateur Station communicate with a Non-Amateur
     Station?

 A. Anytime.
 B. Only on permissible frequencies.
 C. Only on 28.600 to 28.700 MHz.
 D. Only When the FCC grants authorization for such communications.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!63: What is the term used in FCC rules to describe transmitting
     signals to receiving apparatus while in Beacon or Radio Control
     Operations?

 A. Multiplex transmissions.
 B. Duplex transmissions.
 C. Single path transmissions.
 D. One-way transmissions.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!64: How often must an Amateur station be identified?

 A. At the beginning of the contact and at least every ten
    minutes during a contact.
 B. At least once during each transmission.
 C. At least every ten minutes during a contact and at the
    end of a contact.
 D. Every 15 minutes during a contact and at the end of the
    contact.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!65: If you were an Amateur Operator, how would you correctly
     identify your Amateur Station communications?

 A. With the name and location of the control operator.
 B. With the call sign of the station licensee in all cases.
 C. With the call of the control operator, even when he or she
    is visiting another radio amateur's station.
 D. With the name and location of the station licensee, followed
    by the two-letter designation of the nearest FCC Field Office.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!66: What station identification, if any, is required at the
     beginning of a QSO?

 A. The operator originating the call must transmit both call
    signs.
 B. No identification is required at the beginning of the
    contact.
 C. Both operators must transmit their own call signs.
 D. Both operators must transmit both call signs.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!67: What station identification, if any, is required at the
     end of a QSO?

 A. Both operators must transmit their own call sign.
 B. No identification is required at the end of a contact.
 C. The operator originating the contact must always transmit
    both call signs.
 D. Both operators must transmit their own call sign followed by
    the two- letter designator for the nearest FCC Field Office.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!68: What is the fewest number of times an Amateur Station must
     transmit its station identification during a 15 minute QSO?

 A. 1
 B. 2
 C. 3
 D. 4
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!69: What is the fewest number of times an Amateur Station must
     transmit its station identification during a 25 minute QSO?

 A. 1
 B. 2
 C. 3
 D. 4
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!70: What is the fewest number of times an Amateur Station must
     transmit its station identification during a 35 minute QSO?

 A. 1
 B. 2
 C. 3
 D. 4
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!71: What is the longest period of time during a QSO that an
     Amateur Station does not need to transmit its station
     identification?

 A.  5 minutes.
 B. 10 minutes.
 C. 15 minutes.
 D. 20 minutes.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!72: What is the fewest number of times an Amateur Station must
     identify itself during a 5 minute QSO?

 A. 1
 B. 2
 C. 3
 D. 4
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!73: What amount of transmitting power may an Amateur Station use?

 A. 200 watts input.
 B. 200 watts output.
 C. 1500 watts PEP output.
 D. The minimum legal power necessary to maintain reliable
    communications.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!74: What is the maximum transmitting power ever permitted
     to be used at an Amateur Station transmitting on frequencies
     available to Novice control operators.

 A.   75 watts PEP output on the 80, 40 and 15 Meter Bands.
 B.  100 watts PEP output on the 80, 40 and 15 Meter Bands.
 C.  200 watts PEP output on the 80, 40 and 15 Meter Bands.
 D. 1500 watts PEP output on the 80, 40 and 15 Meter Bands.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!75: What is the amount of transmitting power that an Amateur
     Station must never exceed when transmitting on 3725 kHz?

 A.   75 watts PEP output.
 B.  100 watts PEP output.
 C.  200 watts PEP output.
 D. 1500 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!76: What is the amount of transmitting power that an Amateur
     Station must never exceed when transmitting on 7125 kHz?

 A.   75 watts PEP output.
 B.  100 watts PEP output.
 C.  200 watts PEP output.
 D. 1500 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!77: What is the transmitting power permitted an Amateur
     Station with a Novice Control Operator transmitting on
     the Amateur 10 Meter Band?

 A.   25 watts PEP output.
 B.  200 watts PEP output.
 C. 1000 watts PEP output.
 D. 1500 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!78: What is the transmitting power permitted an Amateur
     Station with a Novice Control Operator transmitting on
     the Amateur 220 MHz. Band?

 A.   5 watts PEP output.
 B.  10 watts PEP output.
 C.  25 watts PEP output.
 D. 200 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!79: What is the transmitting power permitted an Amateur
     Station with a Novice Control Operator transmitting on
     the Amateur 1270 MHz. Band?

 A.   5 miliwatts PEP output.
 B. 500 miliwatts PEP output.
 C.   1 watt PEP output.
 D.   5 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!80: What amount of transmitting power may an Amateur Station
     with a Novice Control Operator use on the Amateur
     1270 MHz. Band?

 A. Not less than 5 Watts PEP output.
 B. The minimum legal power necessary to maintain reliable
    communications.
 C. Not more than 50 watts PEP output.
 D. Not more than 500 watts PEP output.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!81: If you were an Amateur operator and you received an
     OFFICIAL NOTICE OF VIOLATION from the FCC, how
     promptly must you respond?

 A. Within 90 days.
 B. Within 30 days.
 C. Within 10 days.
 D. The next day.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!82: If you were an Amateur operator and you received an
     OFFICIAL NOTICE OF VIOLATION from the FCC, to whom
     must you respond?

 A. Any office of the FCC.
 B. The Gettysburg, PA office of the FCC.
 C. The Washington, DC office of the FCC.
 D. The FCC office that originated the notice.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!83: If you were an Amateur operator and you received an
     OFFICIAL NOTICE OF VIOLATION from the FCC, relating
     to a violation that may be due to the physical or electrical
     characteristic of your transmitting apparatus, what information
     must be included in your response?

 A. The make and model of the apparatus.
 B. The steps taken to guarantee future violations.
 C. The date that the apparatus was returned to the manufacturer.
 D. The steps taken to prevent future violations.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!84: Who is held responsible for the proper operation of an Amateur
     Station?

 A. The control operator.
 B. The licensee.
 C. Both the control operator and the licensee.
 D. The person who owns the property where station is located.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!85: When must an Amateur Station have a control operator?

 A. A control operator is only required for training purposes.
 B. Whenever the station receiver is operated.
 C. Whenever the transmitter is operated, except when the station
    is under automatic control.
 D. A control operator is not required.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!86: Who may be the control operator of an Amateur Station?

 A. Any person over 21 years of age.
 B. Any licensed Amateur Radio operator.
 C. Any licensed Amateur Radio operator with an Advanced Class
    license or higher.
 D. Any person over 21 years of age with a General Class license
    or higher.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!87: What does the term DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS refer to?

 A. Amateur Communications that are designed to be received
    and printed automatically.
 B. Amateur Communications sent in Binary Coded Decimal format.
 C. A HANDS ON communications system requiring manual control.
 D. A computer controlled communications system, requiring no
    operator control.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!88: What term is used to describe Amateur Communications intended
     to be received and printed automatically?

 A. Teleport Communications.
 B. Direct Communications.
 C. Digital Communications.
 D. Third Party Communications.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!89: What term is used to describe Amateur Communications for the
     direct transfer of information between computers?

 A. Teleport Communications.
 B. Direct Communications.
 C. Digital Communications.
 D. Third Party Communications.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!90: When must the licensee of an Amateur Radio Station in portable
     or mobile operation notify the FCC of such operation?

 A. 1 week in advance, if the operation will last for more than
    24 hours
 B. FCC notification is not required for mobile or portable operation.
 C. 1 week in advance, if the operation will last for more than a week.
 D. 1 month in advance of any portable or mobile operation.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!91: When may you operate your Amateur Radio Station at a location
     other than the one listed on your station license?

 A. Only during times of emergency.
 B. Only after giving proper notice to the FCC.
 C. During an emergency or an FCC approved Emergency Preparedness
    Drill.
 D. Whenever you want to.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!92: What does the S in the RST signal report mean?

 A. The scintillation of the signal.
 B. The strength of the signal.
 C. The signal quality.
 D. The speed of the CW transmission.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!93: What does the R in the RST signal report mean?

 A. The recovery of the signal.
 B. The resonance of the CW tone.
 C. The rate of the signal flutter.
 D. The readability of the signal.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!94: What does the T in the RST signal report mean?

 A. The tone of the signal.
 B. The closeness of the signal to "Telephone" Quality.
 C. The timing of the signal dot to dash ratio.
 D. The tempo of the signal.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!95: At what telegraphy speed should a CQ message be transmitted?

 A. Only speeds below five WPM.
 B. The highest speed your keyer will operate.
 C. The speed at which you can reliably receive.
 D. The highest speed at which you can control the keyer.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!96: What is the meaning of the term ZERO BEAT?

 A. Transmission and reception on the same operating frequency.
 B. Transmission on a predetermined frequency.
 C. Used only for satellite reception.
 D. Unimportant for CW operations.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!97: Why should Amateur Radio Stations in communications with
     each other Zero Beat?

  A. Reduction of interference caused by heterodyning carriers.
  B. Conservation of radio frequency power output.
  C. Facilitate of synchronous demodulation of A1A emissions.
  D. Conservation of radio spectrum space.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!98: How can On-The-Air transmitter tune-up be kept as short
      as possible?

  A. By using a random wire antenna.
  B. By tuning up on 40 meters first, then switching to the
     desired band.
  C. By tuning the transmitter into a dummy load.
  D. By using twin lead instead of coaxial-cable feed lines.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!99: What is the difference between the telegraphy abbreviations
      CQ and QRZ?

  A.  CQ means "End Of Contact"; QRZ means "My Time Zone Is ... ".
  B.  CQ means "Calling Any Station"; QRZ means "Is This Frequency
      In Use?".
  C.  CQ means "Calling Any Station"; QRZ means "Who Is Calling Me?".
  D.  CQ means "Call On Each Quarter Hour"; QRZ means "My Radio Zone
      Is ...".
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!100: What is the difference between the telegraphy abbreviations
      K and -SK-?

  A. K means "All Received Correctly"; -SK- means "Received Some
     Correctly".
  B. K means "Any Station Transmit"; -SK- means "End Of Contact".
  C. K means "End Of Message"; -SK- means "Best Regards".
  D. K  means "Specific Station Transmit";-SK- means "Wait".
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!101: What is the difference between the telegraphy abbreviations
      DE, -AR-and QRS?

  A. DE  means "Received All Correctly";-AR- means "Only The Called
     Station Transmit"; QRS means "Interference From Static".
  B. DE  means "Calling Any Station";-AR- means "Received All
     Correctly"; QRS means "Send RST Report".
  C. DE  means "From" or "This Is";-AR- means "End Of Message"; QRS
     means "Send More Slowly".
  D. DE  means "Directional Emissions";-AR-means "Best Regards"; QRS
     means "Radio Station Location Is ... ".
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!102: What is the format of a standard radiotephone CQ call?

  A. Transmit the phrase CQ three times, followed by "This Is"
     followed by your call sign three times.
  B. Transmit the phrase CQ at least ten times, followed by
     "This Is" followed by your call sign two times.
  C. Transmit the phrase CQ at least five times, followed by
     "This Is" followed by your call sign once.
  D. Transmit the phrase CQ at least ten times, followed by
     "This Is" followed by your call sign once.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!103: How is the call "KA3BGQ" stated in Standard International
      Phonetics?

  A. King America Three Baker Golf Queen.
  B. Kilo Alpha Three Bravo Golf Quebec.
  C. Kilowat Alpha Three Bravo George Queen.
  D. Kilo America Three Baker Golf Quebec.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!104: How is the call "WB2OSQ" stated in Standard International
      Phonetics?

  A. Whiskey Baker Two Oscar Sierra Queen.
  B. Whiskey Bravo Two Oscar Sierra Quebec.
  C. Willie Baker Two Ontario Sugar Quebec
  D. Washington Bravo Two Oscar Sugar Queen.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!105: How is the call "ON4UN" stated in Standard International
      Phonetics?

  A. Ontario Nancy Four Uncle Nancy.
  B. Ocean Norway Four Uniform Norway.
  C. Oscar November Four Uniform November.
  D. Oscar Nancy Four Uniform Nancy.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!106: How is the call "WB1EYI" stated in Standard International
      Phonetics?

  A. Whiskey Bravo One Echo Yankee India.
  B. Whiskey Baker One Echo Yankee Ida.
  C. Willie Baker One Echo Yankee India.
  D. Washington Baltimore One Easy Yellow Ida.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!107: What is the format of a standard RTTY CQ call?

  A. Transmit the phrase "CQ" at least ten times, followed by
     "This Is", followed by your call sign two times.
  B. Transmit the phrase "CQ" at least five times, followed by
     "This Is", followed by your call sign once.
  C. Transmit the phrase "CQ" three to six times, followed by
     "This Is", followed by your call sign three times.
  D. Transmit the phrase "CQ" at least ten times, followed by
     "This Is", followed by your call sign once.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!108: What are three common sending speeds for RTTY signals on the
      10 Meter Band?

  A. 45 Speed (45 Baud), 100 Speed (100 Baud), and 1200 Speed
     (1200 Baud).
  B. 75 Speed (45 Baud), 110 Speed (80 Baud), and 1200 Speed
     (1170 Baud).
  C. 60 Speed (45 Baud), 105 Speed (80 Baud), and 1500 Speed
     (1475 Baud).
  D. 60 Speed (45 Baud), 75 Speed (56 Baud), and 100 Speed (75 Baud).
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!109: What is the commonly used RTTY sending speed above 50 MHz.?

  A. 1200 Baud.
  B. 60 Baud.
  C. 100 Baud.
  D. 9600 Baud.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!110: What is one common use for a RTTY MAILBOX?

  A. To leave a message with an Amateur Equipment Dealer.
  B. Storing Messages from one Amateur for later retrieval by
     another Amateur.
  C. To establish a QSO with another Amateur RTTY Station, and
     then to move off frequency.
  D. To leave messages that will be mailed to another person the
     next day.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!111: What is the term used to describe an Automatic RTTY System
      used to store messages from Amateurs for the later retrieval
      by other Amateurs?

  A. A message delivery system
  B. An automatic teleprinting system.
  C. A digipeter.
  D. A RTTY Mailbox.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!112: What do the letters TNC stand for?

  A. Terminal Node Controller.
  B. Tuscon Network Controller.
  C. Terminal Network Contact.
  D. Tactical Number Controller.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!113: What does the term CONNECTED mean in a Packet Radio Link?

  A. A telephone link has been established between two Amateur
     Stations.
  B. An Amateur Radio Message has reached a station for local delivery.
  C. The transmitting station is sending data specifically
     addressed to the receiving station, and the receiving station is
     acknowledging that the data has been received correctly.
  D. A transmitting and receiving station are using a certain digipeter,
     so no other contacts can take place until they are finished.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!114: What does the term MONITORING mean on a frequency used for
      Packet Radio?

 A. The FCC is copying all messages, to determine their content.
 B. A member of the Amateur Auxiliary to the FCC's Field Bureau
    is copying all messages to determine their content.
 C. The receiving station's video monitor is displaying all messages
    intended for that station.
 D. The receiving station is displaying information that may not be
    addressed to that station, and is not acknowledging correct
    receipt of the data.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!115: What is a DIGIPETER?

 A. A Packet Radio Station used to retransmit data specifically
    addressed to be retransmitted by that station.
 B. An Amateur Radio Repeater designed to retransmit all audio
    in digital form.
 C. An Amateur Radio Repeater designed using only digital electronic
    components.
 D. A Packet Radio Station that retransmits any signal it receives.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!116: What is the meaning of the term NETWORK in Packet Radio?

 A. A system of telephone lines interconnecting Packet Radio
    Stations to transfer data.
 B. A method of interconnecting Packet Radio Stations so that
    data can be transferred over long distances.
 C. The interlaced wiring on a Terminal Node controller board.
 D. the Terminal Node Controller that Automatically rejects
    another caller when the station is connected.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!117: What is the term used to describe a Packet Radio Station
      used to retransmit data specifically addressed to be
      retransmitted by that station?

 A. A RTTY mailbox.
 B. A Network Node Controller.
 C. An Autopatch.
 D. A Digipeter.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!118: What is the term used to describe a method of interconnecting
      Packet Radio Stations so that data can be transferred over long
      distances?

 A. Networking.
 B. Crosslinking.
 C. Autopatching.
 D. Duplexing.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!119: What sending speed is commonly used for Packet Radio
      transmissions on the 220 MHz. band?

 A.     45 Baud.
 B.    110 Baud.
 C.   1200 Baud.
 D. 12,000 Baud.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!120: What is a good way to establish a contact on a repeater?

 A. Give the call sign of the station you want to contact 3 times.
 B. Call the other operator by name, then give your call sign 3 times.
 C. Say BREAKER BREAKER, and then give your call sign.
 D. Call the desired station and then identify your own station.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!121: What is the main purpose of a Repeater?

 A. Repeaters extend the range of portable and mobile stations.
 B. To provide a station that makes local information available
    24 hours a day.
 C. To provide a means of linking Amateur Radio Stations with
    the telephone system.
 D. To retransmit NOAA Weather Information during sever storm warnings.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!122: Why is there an INPUT and an OUTPUT frequency to describe the
      operating frequency of any repeater?

 A. All repeater offer a choice of two operating frequencies in case
    one is busy.
 B. The repeater receives on one frequency and transmits on another.
 C. One frequency is used to control repeater functions and the other
    is used to retransmit received signals.
 D. Repeaters require an access code to be transmitted on one
    frequency while your voice is transmitted on the other.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!123: When should simplex operation be used instead of a repeater?

 A. Whenever greater communications reliability is needed.
 B. Whenever you need someone to make an emergency telephone call.
 C. Whenever a contact is possible without using a repeater.
 D. Whenever you are traveling and need some local information.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!124: What is an AUTOPATCH?

 A. A repeater feature that automatically selects the strongest
    received signal to be repeated.
 B. An automatic system of connecting a mobile station to the next
    repeater as it moves out of range of the first.
 C. A system that automatically locks the other stations out of the
    repeater when there is a QSO in progress.
 D. A device that allows repeater users to make telephone calls from
    their portable or mobile stations.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!125: What is the term used to describe a device that allows
      repeater users to make telephone calls from their portable
      or mobile stations?

 A. An Amateur Phone Controller.
 B. An Autopatch.
 C. A Terminal Node Controller.
 D. A Phone Patch.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!126: What type of propagation uses radio signals refracted back
      to the Earth by the Ionosphere?

 A. Skip.
 B. Earth Moon Earth.
 C. Ground Wave.
 D. Tropospheric.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!127: What is the meaning of the term SKIP PROPAGATION?

 A. Signals reflected from the Moon.
 B. Signals refracted by the Ionosphere.
 C. Signals refracted by Water-Dense cloud formations.
 D. Signals retransmitted by a repeater.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!128: What is the area of weak signals between the ranges of
      Ground Waves and the First-Hop called?

 A. The skip zone.
 B. The hysteresis zone.
 C. The monitor zone.
 D. The transequatorial zone.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!129: What is the meaning of the term SKIP ZONE?

 A. An area covered by skip propagation.
 B. The area where a satellite comes close to the Earth, and
    skips off the Ionosphere.
 C. An area that is too far for ground wave propagation, but
    too close for skip propagation.
 D. The area in the atmosphere that causes skip propagation.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!130: What does the term SKIP mean?

 A. Signals are reflected from the Moon.
 B. Signals are refracted by Water-Dense cloud formations.
 C. Signals are retransmitted by repeaters.
 D. Signals are refracted by the Ionosphere.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!131: What type of radio wave propagation makes it possible
      for Amateur Stations to communicate long distances?

 A. Direct-Inductive propagation.
 B. Knife-Edge diffraction.
 C. Ground-Wave propagation.
 D. Skip Propagation.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!132: What type of propagation involves radio signals that
      travel along the surface of the Earth?

 A. Sky-Wave propagation.
 B. Knife-Edge diffraction.
 C. E-Layer propagation.
 D. Ground-Wave propagation.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!133: What is the meaning of the term GROUND WAVE PROPAGATION?

 A. Signals that travel along seismic fault lines.
 B. Signals that travel along the surface of the Earth.
 C. Signals that are radiated from a ground plane antenna.
 D. Signals that are radiated from a ground station satellite.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!134: Daytime communication on 3.725 MHz. is probably via what
      kind of propagation when the STATIONS are located a few
      miles apart but separated by a low hill blocking their
      Line-Of-Sight path?

 A. Tropospheric Ducting.
 B. Ground Wave.
 C. Meteor Scatter.
 D. Sporadic E.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!135: When compared to skip propagation, what is the usual
      effective range of ground wave propagation?

 A. Much smaller.
 B. Much greater.
 C. The same.
 D. Dependent on the weather.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!136: Why can a VHF or UHF radio wave that is transmitted toward
      a mountain often be received at some distant point in a
      different direction?

 A. You can never tell what direction a radio wave is
    traveling in.
 B. These radio waves are easily reflected by objects in
    their path.
 C. These radio waves are easily bent by the Ionosphere.
 D. These radio waves are sometimes scattered in the
    Ectosphere.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!137: Why can the direction that a VHF or UHF radio signal is
      traveling be changed if there is a tall building in
      the way?

 A. You can never tell what direction a radio wave is traveling in.
 B. These radio waves are easily reflected by objects in their path.
 C. These radio waves are easily bent by the Ionosphere.
 D. These radio waves are sometimes scattered in the Ectosphere.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!138: What type of antenna polarization is normally used for
      communications on the 40 Meter Band?

 A. Electrical Polarization.
 B. Left Hand Circular Polarization.
 C. Horizontal Polarization.
 D. Vertical Polarization.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!139: What type of antenna polarization is normally used for
      communications on the 80 Meter Band?

 A. Right Hand Circular Polarization.
 B. Magnetic Polarization.
 C. Horizontal Polarization.
 D. Vertical Polarization.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!140: What type of antenna polarization is normally used for
     communications on the 15 Meter Band?

 A. Electrical Polarization.
 B. Horizontal Polarization.
 C. Right Hand Circular Polarization.
 D. Left Hand Circular Polarization.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!141: What type of antenna polarization is normally used for
      repeater communications on the 220 MHz. Band?

 A. Vertical Polarization.
 B. Horizontal Polarization.
 C. Magnetic Polarization.
 D. Left Hand Circular Polarization.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!142: What type of antenna polarization is normally used for
      repeater communications on the 1270 MHz. Band?

 A. Enhanced Polarization.
 B. Vertical Polarization.
 C. Right Hand Circular Polarization.
 D. Left Hand Circular Polarization.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!143: How can an Amateur Station be protected against being
      operated by unauthorized persons?

 A. Install a carrier operated relay in the main power line.
 B. Install a key operated ON/OFF switch in the main power line.
 C. Post a "Danger - High Voltage" sign in the station.
 D. Install AC line fuses in the main power line.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!144: Why should all antenna and rotor cables be grounded
      when an Amateur Station is not in use?

 A. To lock the antenna system in one position.
 B. To avoid radio frequency interference.
 C. To save electricity.
 D. To protect the station and building from damage due to a
    nearby lightning strike.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!145: How can an antenna system be protected from damage
      due to a nearby lightning strike?

 A. Install a balun at the antenna feed point.
 B. Install an RF choke in the feed line.
 C. Ground all antennas when not in use.
 D. Install a line fuse in the antenna wire.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!146: How can Amateur Station equipment be protected from damage
      due to lightning striking the electrical wiring of the
      building?

 A. Use heavy insulation on the wiring.
 B. Keep the equipment ON constantly.
 C. Disconnect the ground system.
 D. Disconnect all equipment after use, either by unpluging
    or by using a main disconnect switch.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!147: For proper protection from lightning strikes, what pieces
      of equipment should be grounded in an Amateur Station?

 A. The power supply primary.
 B. All station equipment.
 C. The feed line center conductors.
 D. The AC power mains.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!148: What is a convenient indoor grounding point for an
      Amateur Station?

 A. A metallic cold water pipe.
 B. PVC plumbing.
 C. A window screen.
 D. A natural gas pipe.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!149: To protect against electrical shock hazards, to what should
      the chassis of each piece of equipment in an Amateur Station
      be connected?

 A. Insulated shock mounts.
 B. The antenna.
 C. A good ground connection.
 D. A circuit breaker.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!150: When climbing an antenna tower, what type of safety
      equipment should be worn?

 A. Grounding chain.
 B. A reflective vest.
 C. Long pants.
 D. A safety belt.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!151: For safety purposes, how high should all portions of a
      horizontal wire antenna be located?

 A. High enough so that a person can not touch them from the
    ground.
 B. Higher than chest level.
 C. Above knee level.
 D. Above electrical lines.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!152: While assisting another person working on an antenna tower,
      what type of safety equipment should a person on the ground
      wear?

 A. A reflective vest.
 B. A safety belt.
 C. A grounding chain.
 D. A hard hat.
#ANSWER:D
@NOVICE

!153: What is a likely indication that radio frequency interference
      to a receiver is caused by Front-End Overload?

 A. A low pass filter at the transmitter reduces interference sharply.
 B. The interference is independent of frequency.
 C. A high pass filter at the receiver reduces interference little or
    not at all.
 D. Grounding the receiver makes the problem worse.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!154: What is likely the problem when radio frequency interference
      occurs to a receiver regardless of frequency, while an
      Amateur Station is transmitting?

 A. Inadequate transmitter harmonic suppression.
 B. Receiver VR tube discharge.
 C. Receiver overload.
 D. Incorrect antenna length.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!155: What type of filter should be installed on a TV receiver as
      the first step in preventing Overload from an Amateur Radio
      Station Transmission?

 A. Low Pass.
 B. High Pass.
 C. Band Pass.
 D. Notch.
#ANSWER:B
@NOVICE

!156: What is meant by RECEIVER OVERLOAD?

 A. Interference caused by transmitter harmonics.
 B. Interference caused by overcrowded band conditions.
 C. Interference caused by strong signals from a nearby
    transmitter.
 D. Interference caused by turning the receiver volume
    too high.
#ANSWER:C
@NOVICE

!157: What is meant by HARMONIC RADIATION?

 A. Transmission of signals at whole number multiples of the
    fundamental (desired) frequency.
 B. Transmission of signals that include a Superimposed 60 Hz.
    Hum.
 C. Transmission of signals caused by sympathetic vibrations
    from a nearby transmitter.
 D. Transmission of signals to produce a stimulated emission
    in the air to enhance skip propagation.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!158: Why is harmonic radiation by an Amateur Station
      undesirable?

 A. It will cause interference to other stations and may
    result in Out-Of-Band radiation.
 B. It uses large amounts of electric power.
 C. It will cause sympathetic vibrations in nearby
    transmitters.
 D. It will produce stimulated emission in the air above the
    transmitter, thus causing Aurora.
#ANSWER:A
@NOVICE

!159: What type of interference may radiate from a multiband
     antenna connected to an improperly tuned transmitter?

 A. Harmonic radiation.
 B. Auroral distortion.
 C. Parasitic radiation.
 D. Intermodulation.
#ANSWER:A
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!160: What is the purpose of shielding in a transmitter?

 A. It give the Low Pass filter structural stability.
 B. It enhances the microphonic tendencies of radiotelephone
    transmitters.
 C. It prevents unwanted RF radiation.
 D. It helps maintain a sufficiently high operating temperature
    in circuit components.
#ANSWER:C
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!161: What is the likely problem when interference is observed
      on only one or two channels of a TV receiver while an
      Amateur Station is transmitting?

 A. Excessive Low Pass filtering.
 B. Sporadic E Deionization.
 C. Receiver Front End Overload.
 D. Harmonic Radiation.
#ANSWER:D
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!162: What type of filter should be installed on an Amateur
      Transmitter as the first step in reducing harmonic
      radiation?

 A. Key Click filter.
 B. Low Pass filter.
 C. High Pass filter.
 D. CW filter.
#ANSWER:B
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!163: Why should the impedance of a transmitter final amplifier
      circuit match the impedance of the antenna or feed line?

 A. To prevent sympathetic vibrations in nearby radio equipment.
 B. To obtain maximum power transfer to the antenna.
 C. To help maintain sufficiently high operating temperature in
    circuit components.
 D. To create the maximum number of standing waves on the feed line.
#ANSWER:B
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!164: What is the term for the measurement of the impedance match
      between a transmitter final amplifier circuit and the antenna
      or feed line?

 A. Voltage Flyback ratio.
 B. Impedance Sine ratio.
 C. Standing Wave ratio.
 D. Current Overfeed ratio.
#ANSWER:C
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!165: What accessory is used to measure RF power being reflected
      back down the feed line from the transmitter to the antenna?

 A. SWR Meter.
 B. RF Tuner
 C. S Meter.
 D. Field Strength Meter
#ANSWER:A
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!166: What accessory is often used to measure voltage standing
      wave ratio?

 A. Ohmmeter.
 B. Ammeter.
 C. SWR Bridge.
 D. Current Bridge.
#ANSWER:C
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!167: Where should a Standing Wave Ratio Bridge be connected to
      indicate the impedance match of a transmitter and an antenna?

 A. Between the antenna and matchbox.
 B. Between the key and transmitter.
 C. Between the mike and transmitter.
 D. Between the transmitter and matchbox.
#ANSWER:D
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!168: Coaxial Feed Line should be operated with what kind of
      Standing Wave Ratio?

 A. As high as possible.
 B. As low as possible.
 C. Standing Wave Ratio is not important.
 D. Standing Wave Ratio cannot be measured in a Coaxial Cable.
#ANSWER:B
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!169: If the Standing Wave Ratio Bridge reading is higher at
      3700 kHz.  than at 3750 kHz., what does this indicate
      about the antenna?

 A. Too long for optimal operation at 3700 kHz.
 B. Broadbanded.
 C. Good only for 37 meter operation.
 D. Too short for optimal operation at 3700 kHz.
#ANSWER:D
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!170: If the Standing Wave Ratio Bridge reading is lower at
      3700 kHz.  than at 3750 kHz., what does this indicate
      about the antenna?

 A. Too long for optimal operation at 3700 kHz.
 B. Broadbanded.
 C. Good only for 37 meter operation.
 D. Too short for optimal operation at 3700 kHz.
#ANSWER:A
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!171: What kind of Standing Wave Ratio Bridge reading may indicate
      poor electrical contact between parts of an antenna system?

 A. An erratic reading.
 B. An unusually low reading.
 C. No reading at all.
 D. A negative reading.
#ANSWER:A
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!172: High Standing Wave Ratio Bridge readings measured from a
      Half-Wave Dipole antenna being feed by Coaxial Cable can
      be lowered by doing what to the antenna?

 A. Change the electrical length of the antenna.
 B. Reduce the diameter of the antenna's radiating element.
 C. Connect a short jumper wire across the antenna's center
    insulator.
 D. Use a feed line having less loss per foot.
#ANSWER:A
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!173: What precautions should you take when working with a
      1270 MHz. Waveguide?

 A. Make sure that the RF Leakage Filters are installed at
    both ends of the waveguide.
 B. Never look into the open end of the waveguide when RF
    is applied.
 C. Minimize the Standing Wave Ratio before you test the waveguide.
 D. Never have both ends of the waveguide open at once when RF
    is applied.
#ANSWER:B
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!174: What precautions should you take when you mount a VHF
      or UHF antenna in a permanent location?

 A. Make sure that no one can be near the antenna when you
    are transmitting.
 B. Make sure the RF shield screens are in place.
 C. Make sure the antenna is near the ground to maximize the
    directional effects.
 D. Make sure you install an RF Leakage Filter at the antenna
    feed point.
#ANSWER:A
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!175: What precautions should you take before removing the
      shielding on a VHF or UHF Power Amplifier?

 A. Make sure all RF screens are in place at the antenna.
 B. Make sure the feedline is properly grounded.
 C. Make sure the amplifier cannot be accidentally energized.
 D. Make sure that the RF Leakage Filters are connected.
#ANSWER:C
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!176: Why should you use only good quality, well constructed
      Coaxial Cable and connectors for a VHF or UHF antenna
      system?

 A. To minimize RF Leakage.
 B. To reduce Parasitic Oscillations.
 C. To maximize the directional characteristics of your antenna.
 D. To maximize the Standing Wave Ratio of the antenna system.
#ANSWER:A
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!177: Why should you be careful to position the antenna of your
      220 MHz.  Hand Held Transceiver away from your head when
      you are transmitting?

 A. To take advantage of the directional effect.
 B. To minimize RF exposure.
 C. To use your body to reflect the signal, improving the
    directional characteristics of the antenna.
 D. To minimize static discharges.
#ANSWER:B
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!178: How can you minimize RF Exposure when you are operating your
      220 MHz.  Hand Held Transceiver?

 A. Position the antenna near the ground.
 B. Use a shielded RF screen around your antenna.
 C. Use a special short STUBBY DUCK antenna.
 D. Position the antenna away from your head.
#ANSWER:D
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!179: Why should you be careful to position the antenna of your
      1270 MHz.  Hand Held Transceiver away from your head when
      you are transmitting?

 A. To take advantage of the directional effect.
 B. To use your body to reflect the signal, improving the
    directional characteristics of the antenna.
 C. To minimize static discharges.
 D. To minimize RF exposure.
#ANSWER:D
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!180: How can you minimize RF Exposure when you are operating your
      1270 MHz. Hand Held Transceiver?

 A. Position the antenna near the ground.
 B. Use a shielded RF screen around your antenna.
 C. Use a special short STUBBY DUCK antenna.
 D. Position the antenna away from your head.
#ANSWER:D
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!181: How can you minimize RF Leakage from your VHF or UHF
      antenna system?

 A. Use open wire line for the antenna feed line.
 B. Use only good quality, well constructed Coaxial Cable and
    connectors.
 C. Use special shielded AC line cords with all your equipment.
 D. Use an RF Leakage Filter on the antenna feed line.
#ANSWER:B
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!182: Why should you make sure your VHF or UHF amplifier cannot
      be energized before you open the amplifier enclosure?

 A. To minimize static discharge when you open the enclosure.
 B. To minimize RF Exposure and prevent electrical shock.
 C. To minimize the effected of hand capacitance.
 D. To prevent exposure to Cerenkov Radiation from the
    amplifier.
#ANSWER:B
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!183: Why should you never look into a VHF or UHF waveguide when
      RF is applied?

 A. Because the fluorescent coating inside the waveguide gets
    very bright.
 B. Because exposure to VHF or UHF RF Energy can be harmful
    to your eyes.
 C. Because the waveguide might not be properly grounded.
 D. Because the Cerenkov Effect may scatter RF energy.
#ANSWER:B
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!184: Why should you be sure that your transmitter cannot be
      energized before you work on your VHF or UHF antennas?

 A. Because operating the transmitter when the antennas are
    disconnected might harm the transmitter.
 B. Because exposure to VHF or UHF RF Energy can be harmful.
 C. Because if the transmitter is operated while you are
    touching the antenna, the radiated energy might be out of
    the Amateur Band.
 D. Because accidental operation might blow a fuse.
#ANSWER:B
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!185: Electrons will flow in a copper wire when its two ends
      are connected to what kind of source?

 A. Electromotive or Voltage.
 B. Donor.
 C. Reactive.
 D. Resistive.
#ANSWER:A
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!186: The pressure in a water pipe is comparable to what
      force in an electrical circuit?

 A. Current.
 B. Resistive.
 C. Gravitational.
 D. Voltage.
#ANSWER:D
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!187: What are the two polarities of a voltage?

 A. Right-Hand and Left-Hand.
 B. Forward and Reverse.
 C. Positive and Negative.
 D. Clockwise and Counterclockwise.
#ANSWER:C
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!188: What type of current changes direction over and over
      again in a cyclical manner?

 A. Direct Current.
 B. Alternating Current.
 C. Negative Current.
 D. Positive Current.
#ANSWER:B
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!189: What is a type of electrical current called that does not
      periodically reverse direction?

 A. Alternating Current.
 B. Periodic Current.
 C. Direct Current.
 D. Positive Current.
#ANSWER:C
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!190: List at least four good electrical insulating materials?

 A. Glass, Air, Plastic, Porcelain.
 B. Glass, Wood, Copper, Porcelain.
 C. Paper, Glass, Air, Aluminum.
 D. Plastic, Rubber, Wood, Carbon.
#ANSWER:A
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!191: List at least three good electrical conductors.

 A. Copper, Gold, Mica.
 B. Gold, Silver, Wood.
 C. Gold, Silver, Aluminum.
 D. Copper, Aluminum, Paper.
#ANSWER:C
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!192: What is the term for the lowest voltage that will cause
      current in an insulator?

 A. Avalanche Voltage.
 B. Plate Voltage.
 C. Breakdown Voltage.
 D. Zener Voltage.
#ANSWER:C
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!193: What is the term for a failure in an electrical circuit
      that causes excessively high current?

 A. Open Circuit.
 B. Dead Circuit.
 C. Closed Circuit.
 D. Short Circuit.
#ANSWER:D
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!194: What is the term for an electrical circuit in which there
      can be no current flow?

 A. A Closed Circuit.
 B. A Short Circuit.
 C. An Open Circuit.
 D. A Hyper Circuit.
#ANSWER:C
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!195: What is consumed when a voltage is applied to a circuit
      causing an electrical current to flow?

 A. Energy.
 B. Volts.
 C. Amps.
 D. Electrons.
#ANSWER:A
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!196: What is the approximate length, in meters, of a radio
      wave having a frequency of 3.725 MHz.?

 A. 160 meters.
 B. 80 meters.
 C. 40 meters.
 D. 30 meters.
#ANSWER:B
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!197: What is the relationship between frequency
      and wavelength?

 A. As frequency increases, wavelength decreases.
 B. As frequency increases, wavelength increases.
 C. Frequency and wavelength are not related.
 D. As frequency decreases, wavelength decreases.
#ANSWER:A
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!198: What is the approximate length, in meters, of a
      radio wave having a frequency of 21.120 MHz.?

 A. 80 meters.
 B. 40 meters.
 C. 15 meters.
 D. 10 meters.
#ANSWER:C
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!199: What is the difference between radio frequencies
      and audio frequencies?

 A. Audio frequencies are those below 20,000 Hz., and
    Radio frequencies are those above 20,000 Hz.
 B. Audio frequencies are those below 50,000 Hz., and
    Radio frequencies are those above 50,000 Hz.
 C. Audio frequencies are those below 10,000 Hz., and
    Radio frequencies are those above 10,000 Hz.
 D. Audio frequencies are those above 20,000 Hz., and
    Radio frequencies are those below 20,000 Hz.
#ANSWER:A
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