HAM HAM Radio Extra Class Test Operating Procedures and Practices

Question 1

What is the maximum power output allowed for an Amateur Extra class licensee on most HF bands in the United States?

Accepted Answer

1500 watts PEP

Answer

500 watts PEP

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1000 watts PEP

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2000 watts PEP

Question 2

What does the Q-code 'QSL' mean in amateur radio communications?

Accepted Answer

I acknowledge receipt of your transmission

Answer

I am busy, please stand by

Answer

What is your operating frequency?

Answer

Please reduce your power

Question 3

What is the NATO phonetic alphabet word for the letter 'Z'?

Accepted Answer

Zulu

Answer

Zebra

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Zero

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Zorro

Question 4

What does 'CQ' mean when transmitted by an amateur radio operator?

Accepted Answer

General call seeking any station to respond

Answer

Contact quality test in progress

Answer

Cease all transmissions immediately

Answer

Circuit query for frequency check

Question 5

What does the number '73' traditionally mean in amateur radio?

Accepted Answer

Best regards or best wishes

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Good morning

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Goodbye and clear frequency

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I am done transmitting

Question 6

What is RST in the context of amateur radio signal reporting?

Accepted Answer

Readability, Signal strength, and Tone — a three-component signal report

Answer

Receiver Sensitivity Test used in equipment evaluation

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Radio Signal Transmission standard for digital modes

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Remote Station Telemetry for automated reporting