ARRL ARRL License Classes and Regulations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which part of the FCC rules governs the amateur radio service in the United States?
- Part 15
- Part 47
- Part 97 (Correct answer)
- Part 101
Correct answer: Part 97
FCC Part 97 contains all the rules and regulations governing the amateur radio service in the United States.
Question 2: Which of the following is NOT permitted on amateur radio frequencies under FCC rules?
- Morse code (CW)
- Phone (voice) communications
- Broadcasting music for entertainment (Correct answer)
- Digital data modes
Correct answer: Broadcasting music for entertainment
One-way broadcasting of music or entertainment programming is prohibited on amateur radio frequencies under FCC Part 97.
Question 3: What is the maximum transmitter power output allowed for amateur stations under normal FCC operating conditions?
- 500 watts PEP
- 750 watts PEP
- 1000 watts PEP
- 1500 watts PEP (Correct answer)
Correct answer: 1500 watts PEP
FCC rules allow amateur stations a maximum of 1500 watts PEP output power under normal conditions, though the minimum necessary power should always be used.
Question 4: How often must an amateur radio operator transmit their callsign during a communication?
- Every 5 minutes and at the end
- Every 10 minutes and at the end (Correct answer)
- Every 15 minutes and at the end
- Only at the beginning and end
Correct answer: Every 10 minutes and at the end
FCC rules require amateur operators to identify with their callsign at the end of a transmission and at least every 10 minutes during a communication.
Question 5: What does the phonetic alphabet word 'Kilo' represent in amateur radio communications?
- J
- K (Correct answer)
- L
- M
Correct answer: K
In the NATO/ITU phonetic alphabet used in amateur radio, 'Kilo' represents the letter K.
Question 6: Under FCC Part 97, what is one of the stated purposes of the amateur radio service?
- Commercial broadcasting
- Self-training, intercommunication, and technical investigation (Correct answer)
- Military communications support
- Emergency services only
Correct answer: Self-training, intercommunication, and technical investigation
FCC Part 97.1 defines amateur radio purposes including self-training, intercommunication, and technical investigations by licensed operators.
ARRL ARRL License Classes and Regulations 2
Which part of the FCC rules governs the amateur radio service in the United States?