Ham Radio General Class Test FREE Ham Radio General Class MCQ Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What type of propagation allows HF radio signals to travel beyond the horizon by reflecting off the ionosphere?

Accepted Answer

Skywave propagation

Answer

Skywave propagation occurs when HF signals are refracted by ionospheric layers, enabling long-distance communication beyond the horizon.

Question 2

What is the General class sub-band allocation for phone emissions on the 75/80-meter band?

Accepted Answer

3800 to 4000 kHz

Answer

General class licensees may operate phone emissions on the 75/80-meter band between 3800 and 4000 kHz.

Question 3

What is the function of an antenna tuner (transmatch) in an amateur radio station?

Accepted Answer

To match the transceiver output impedance to the feed line impedance

Answer

An antenna tuner adjusts impedance so the transceiver sees the correct load, minimizing reflected power.

Question 4

Which agency issues amateur radio licenses in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Answer

The FCC is the U.S. government agency responsible for issuing amateur radio licenses.

Question 5

What is the voluntary band plan purpose for the segment 14.225 to 14.150 MHz on 20 meters?

Accepted Answer

SSB voice operations

Answer

The segment from 14.225 to 14.350 MHz on 20 meters is primarily used for SSB voice operations by General class operators.

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