Question
Which of the following frequency ranges are available for phone operation by Technician licensees?
Answer Options
- A) 28.050 MHz to 28.150 MHz
- B) 28.100 MHz to 28.300 MHz
- C) 28.300 MHz to 28.500 MHz
- D) 28.500 MHz to 28.600 MHz
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
Technician class operators have very limited access to HF (High Frequency) phone (voice) bands, concentrated only in the 10-meter band (28.000 MHz to 29.700 MHz). The specific range for voice (phone/SSB) operation is 28.300 MHz to 28.500 MHz.
This small, exclusive voice segment allows Technicians to work long-distance when solar conditions are favorable for 10-meter propagation. Technician operators also have CW (Morse code) privileges on the 80, 40, 15, and 10-meter bands, but no phone access below 28.300 MHz.
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