Free Licensing Regulations & Standards Questions and Answers

Question 1

What agency issues amateur radio licenses in the United States?

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FCC

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FAA

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NSA

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USPS

Question 2

What is the minimum age to obtain a Technician Class amateur radio license?

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No age limit

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16

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18

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21

Question 3

How long is an amateur radio license valid once issued?

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10 years

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5 years

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7 years

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15 years

Question 4

Which of the following is a requirement to operate an amateur radio station?

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Obtain a license from the FCC

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Purchase a license from a retailer

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Join a ham radio club

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Have a government job

Question 5

Which regulation part governs amateur radio in the U.S.?

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Part 97

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Part 15

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Part 90

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Part 61

Question 6

What must an operator do if their license expires?

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Renew within the grace period

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Retake the test immediately

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Operate without a license

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Apply for a new call sign

Question 7

Which of the following best describes a Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (VEC)?

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Exam coordinator

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FCC agent

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Club president

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Equipment inspector

Question 8

What is required for a Technician Class license exam?

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Written exam

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Morse code exam

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Physical test

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Interview with FCC

Question 9

What is a call sign in amateur radio?

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A unique FCC-assigned ID

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An emergency code

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A radio model number

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A license exam score