Ham Radio General Class Test FREE Ham Radio General Class Test Amateur Radio Practices Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the maximum symbol rate permitted for RTTY or data emission on the 20-meter band?

Accepted Answer

300 baud

Answer

FCC Part 97 limits the symbol rate for RTTY and data emissions on the 20-meter band to 300 baud.

Question 2

Which of the following is a recommended practice to avoid harmful interference when operating on a repeater?

Accepted Answer

Listen before transmitting to ensure the frequency is clear

Answer

Listening before transmitting helps ensure you do not interrupt an ongoing conversation or cause harmful interference.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a voluntary band plan?

Accepted Answer

To reduce interference between different modes of operation

Answer

Voluntary band plans help minimize interference by designating sub-bands for specific modes like CW, SSB, and digital.

Question 4

What should you do if you receive a report that your signal has excessive spurious emissions?

Accepted Answer

Check your transmitter for proper operation and correct the problem

Answer

Operators are responsible for ensuring their transmitter meets FCC spurious emission standards and must correct any issues.

Question 5

When may the FCC restrict normal amateur radio communications during a disaster?

Accepted Answer

When the President declares a communications emergency

Answer

The President of the United States has the authority to declare a communications emergency that can restrict amateur operations.

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