Question
In addition to frequency, which of the following is used to identify amateur radio bands?
Answer Options
- A) The approximate wavelength in meters
- B) Traditional letter/number designators
- C) Channel numbers
- D) All these choices are correct
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
Amateur radio bands are often referred to using two main methods. The precise, technical way is by stating the range of frequencies (e.g., 7.0 MHz to 7.3 MHz). The traditional and most common way to refer to them is by the approximate wavelength in meters.
For example, the 7 MHz band is commonly called the ‘40-meter band.’ Similarly, 144 MHz is the ‘2-meter band,’ and 28 MHz is the ‘10-meter band.’ This system is an operational convention within the amateur community.
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