NAB Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework 2

Question 1

Under FCC rules, a broadcast station's license term is how long for both radio and television?

Accepted Answer

8 years

Answer

The FCC grants broadcast licenses for a term of 8 years for both radio and television stations.

Question 2

The FCC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) rules require stations with 5 or more full-time employees to file what annually?

Accepted Answer

Form 396

Answer

Stations with 5+ full-time employees must file FCC Form 396 (Broadcast EEO Program Report) annually in their online public file.

Question 3

A broadcast station that operates beyond its licensed power by more than 10% is considered to be in violation of which type of rule?

Accepted Answer

Technical operating rule

Answer

Operating beyond licensed power limits violates FCC technical operating rules found in Parts 73 and 74 of the FCC rules.

Question 4

Which FCC doctrine, repealed in 1987, required broadcasters to present controversial issues of public importance in a balanced manner?

Accepted Answer

Fairness Doctrine

Answer

The Fairness Doctrine, eliminated by the FCC in 1987, had required broadcasters to cover controversial public issues in a balanced way.

Question 5

When must a broadcast station disclose that airtime was purchased if a third party pays for programming to be aired?

Accepted Answer

At the time of broadcast using a sponsorship identification announcement

Answer

FCC sponsorship identification rules require disclosure at the time of broadcast whenever consideration is received for airing content.

(NAB) National Association of Broadcasters Certification Practice Test