Question
What, if any, are the restrictions concerning transmission of language that may be considered indecent or obscene?
Answer Options
- A) The FCC maintains a list of words that are not permitted to be used on amateur frequencies
- B) Any such language is prohibited
- C) The ITU maintains a list of words that are not permitted to be used on amateur frequencies
- D) There is no such prohibition
Correct Answer: B
Explanation
The FCC strictly prohibits the transmission of any language that is considered indecent or obscene. This is an absolute rule in the Amateur Radio Service (and other radio services).
While the FCC does not publish a specific list of prohibited words, it uses case-by-case judgments to enforce this rule. Any violation is considered a serious breach of FCC regulations and can lead to severe penalties, including license revocation.
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