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T3B: Use of minimum power, band plans, repeater coordination, mode restricted sub-bands

T3B01: What is a band plan?

A voluntary guideline, beyond the divisions established by the FCC for using different operating modes within an amateur band

A guideline from the FCC for making amateur frequency band allocations

A guideline for operating schedules within an amateur band published by the FCC

A plan devised by a local group



T3B02: Which of the following statements is true of band plans?

They are voluntary guidelines for efficient use of the radio spectrum

They are mandated by the FCC to regulate spectrum use

They are mandated by the ITU

They are mandatory only in the US



T3B03: Who developed the band plans used by amateur radio operators?

The amateur community

The US Congress

The FCC

The Interstate Commerce Commission



T3B04: Who is in charge of the repeater frequency band plan in your local area?

The recognized frequency coordination body

The local FCC field office

RACES and FEMA

Repeater Council of America



T3B05: What is the main purpose of repeater coordination?

To reduce interference and promote proper use of spectrum

To coordinate as many repeaters as possible in a small area

To coordinate all possible frequencies available for repeater use

To promote and encourage use of simplex frequencies



T3B06: Who is accountable if a repeater station inadvertently retransmits communications that violate FCC rules?

The transmitting station

The repeater trustee

The repeater control operator

All of these answers are correct



T3B07: Which of these statements is true about legal power levels on the amateur bands?

An amateur must use the minimum transmitter power necessary to carry out the desired communication

Always use the maximum power allowed to ensure that you complete the contact

An amateur may use no more than 200 Watts PEP to make an amateur contact

An amateur may use up to 1500 Watts PEP on any amateur frequency



T3B08: Which of the bands available to Technician class licensees have mode restricted sub-bands?

The 6-meter, 2-meter, and 1 1/4-meter bands

The 6-meter, 2-meter, and 70-centimeter bands

The 2-meter and 13-centimeter bands

The 2-meter and 70-centimeter bands



T3B09: What emission modes are permitted in the restricted sub-band at 50.0-50.1 MHz?

CW only

CW and RTTY

SSB only

CW and SSB



T3B10: What emission modes are permitted in the restricted sub-band at 144.0-144.1 MHz?

CW only

CW and RTTY

SSB only

CW and SSB





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