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What minimum level of qualification does a Canadian amateur radio operator need to operate in the United States?
  • Basic (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Advanced (100% chose this)
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What is the longest period of time an amateur radio station can transmit, without identifying by call sign?
  • 15 minutes (0% chose this)
  • 20 minutes (0% chose this)
  • 10 minutes (100% chose this)
  • 30 minutes (0% chose this)
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What do the International Telecommunication Union's Radio Regulations prescribe regarding proficiency in Morse code?
  • Administrations shall not make proficiency in Morse code a requirement (0% chose this)
  • Current regulations make no reference to proficiency in Morse code (100% chose this)
  • Amateur radio operators must demonstrate proficiency in Morse code before using it on international communications (0% chose this)
  • Administrations determine if proficiency in Morse code is a requirement for authorization (0% chose this)
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Unless an operator holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification, what is the maximum carrier power that an amateur radio station may use on emissions other than SSB?
  • 750 watts (0% chose this)
  • 250 watts (100% chose this)
  • 560 watts (0% chose this)
  • 190 watts (0% chose this)
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When a bipolar transistor is used as a switch, which electrode controls its state?
  • Gate (0% chose this)
  • Base (0% chose this)
  • Emitter (100% chose this)
  • Collector (0% chose this)
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What is the lowest output frequency band segment of the repeaters that holders of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with only a Basic Qualification are allowed to use?
  • 28.000 MHz to 29.700 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 53 MHz to 54 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 145 MHz to 148 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 29.500 MHz to 29.700 MHz (0% chose this)
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Which of the following amateur radio bands has a maximum allowed bandwidth of less than 6 kHz?
  • 24.890 MHz to 24.990 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 1.800 MHz to 2.000 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 10.100 MHz to 10.150 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 18.068 MHz to 18.168 MHz (0% chose this)
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In the amateur radio service, business communications:
  • are only permitted if they are for the safety of life or immediate protection of property (0% chose this)
  • are not permitted under any circumstance (0% chose this)
  • are permitted on some bands (0% chose this)
  • are not prohibited by regulation (100% chose this)
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Except for one band, what is the allowed bandwidth on amateur radio bands between 7 MHz and 25 MHz?
  • 20 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 6 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 30 kHz (100% chose this)
  • 15 kHz (0% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 15-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 14.000 MHz to 14.350 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 18.068 MHz to 18.168 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 28.000 MHz to 29.700 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 21.000 MHz to 21.450 MHz (0% chose this)
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Canadian amateur radio operators may use their stations to transmit international communications on behalf of a third party:
  • when it is permitted by the foreign country (100% chose this)
  • because Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties (0% chose this)
  • when prior remuneration has been received (0% chose this)
  • if the amateur radio station has received written authorization from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 160-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 2.0 MHz to 2.25 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 1.5 MHz to 2.0 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 2.25 MHz to 2.5 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 1.8 MHz to 2.0 MHz (0% chose this)
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An RF oscillator should be electrically and mechanically stable. This is to ensure that the oscillator does NOT:
  • become overmodulated (100% chose this)
  • cause undue distortion (0% chose this)
  • drift in frequency over time (0% chose this)
  • generate key clicks (0% chose this)
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Which of the following statements is NOT correct? A person may operate radio apparatus, authorized in the amateur radio service:
  • only if the apparatus is maintained to the performance standards set by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada regulations and policies (0% chose this)
  • except for the amplification of the output power of licence-exempt radio apparatus operating outside authorized amateur radio service allocations (0% chose this)
  • on aeronautical, marine or land mobile frequencies (0% chose this)
  • only if the person complies with the Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service (100% chose this)
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A Canadian amateur radio operator with a CEPT (European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations) Amateur Radio Licence operates in a participating country using a voice mode. What form of identification is required?
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign, followed by "stroke," followed by the visited country's prefix (100% chose this)
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign, followed by "stroke," followed by the name of the country being visited (0% chose this)
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign (0% chose this)
  • Transmit the visited country's prefix, followed by "stroke," followed by their Canadian call sign (0% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 80-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 4.5 MHz to 5.0 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 3.5 MHz to 4.0 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 3.0 MHz to 3.5 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 4.0 MHz to 4.5 MHz (0% chose this)
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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur radio station's transmission allowed in the band 28 MHz to 29.7 MHz is:
  • 20 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 6 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 15 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 30 kHz (100% chose this)
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According to Safety Code 6, what frequencies cause us the greatest risk from RF energy?
  • 3 MHz to 30 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 48 MHz to 300 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Above 1500 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 300 MHz to 3000 MHz (100% chose this)
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In a municipality with a public consultation process for antenna systems, when might public consultation NOT be required?
  • The system is excluded by the municipal process (0% chose this)
  • The system is excluded by the provisions of Client Procedures Circular CPC-2-0-03 (0% chose this)
  • The system is excluded by the municipal process AND the provisions of Client Procedures Circular CPC-2-0-03 (100% chose this)
  • The system is excluded by the municipal process OR the provisions of Client Procedures Circular CPC-2-0-03 (0% chose this)
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You have determined the maximum transmitter power that meets RF exposure and radiated power limits. Where do you verify this power is NOT exceeded?
  • At the output of the transmitter or external amplifier (0% chose this)
  • At the antenna feed point (100% chose this)
  • At the antenna tuner output (0% chose this)
  • At the power supply terminals (0% chose this)
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What is the maximum effective radiated power (ERP), expressed as peak envelope power (PEP), the holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification may use on 60 metres?
  • 560 watts (0% chose this)
  • 100 watts (0% chose this)
  • 250 watts (0% chose this)
  • 2250 watts (100% chose this)
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A Canadian amateur radio operator, operating their station in the state of Florida, is subject to which frequency band limits?
  • Those applicable in International Telecommunication Union region 3 (0% chose this)
  • Those applicable in International Telecommunication Union region 1 (0% chose this)
  • Those applicable in International Telecommunication Union region 2 (0% chose this)
  • Those applicable to United States amateur radio operators (100% chose this)
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When may you NOT be required to contact land-use authorities to determine public consultation requirements for an antenna system?
  • When the structure is part of an amateur radio antenna (0% chose this)
  • When transmitting will only be done at low power (0% chose this)
  • When an exclusion criterion defined by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada applies (100% chose this)
  • In a rural area (0% chose this)
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After an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification is issued, the holder may be examined for additional qualifications in the following order:
  • Morse code after passing the Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Morse code after passing the Advanced (0% chose this)
  • Advanced after passing Morse code (0% chose this)
  • any order (100% chose this)
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In which region of the International Telecommunication Union are Australia, Japan, and Southeast Asia located?
  • Region 1 (0% chose this)
  • Region 3 (100% chose this)
  • Region 4 (0% chose this)
  • Region 2 (0% chose this)
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An amateur radio station with a maximum power output of 2 watts:
  • is exempt from regulatory control (0% chose this)
  • need not be authorized in isolated areas only (0% chose this)
  • need not be authorized by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
  • must be under the supervision of a person holding an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate and call sign (100% chose this)
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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur radio station's transmission allowed in the band 144 MHz to 148 MHz is:
  • 15 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 30 kHz (100% chose this)
  • 20 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 6 kHz (0% chose this)
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What transmitter power limitations must be observed by an amateur radio operator in distress?
  • 750 watts carrier power (0% chose this)
  • No limitations (100% chose this)
  • 2250 watts PEP (0% chose this)
  • 1000 watts DC input (0% chose this)
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Safety Code 6 sets limits for RF exposure from radio transmitters. Which types of transmitters are exempt from regulation?
  • No transmitters are exempt (100% chose this)
  • Broadcast transmitters (0% chose this)
  • Portable transmitters (0% chose this)
  • Low power transmitters (less than 10 watts) (0% chose this)
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For single sideband (SSB) operation, what is the maximum transmitter peak envelope power (PEP) that an amateur radio station may use if the operator holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification?
  • 190 watts (0% chose this)
  • 250 watts (0% chose this)
  • 2250 watts (100% chose this)
  • 560 watts (0% chose this)
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When may an amateur radio operator demand or accept remuneration for exchanging messages?
  • When a gift or gratuity replaces remuneration (0% chose this)
  • When the messages are exchanged outside a real emergency (0% chose this)
  • When a non-governmental organization is involved (0% chose this)
  • Never, it is expressly prohibited (100% chose this)
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With regard to divulging the content of radiocommunications other than broadcasting, which of the following is an offence?
  • Where it is on behalf of Canada, for the purpose of national defence or security (0% chose this)
  • Where it is for the purpose of giving evidence in a criminal or civil court (0% chose this)
  • Where it is for the purpose of answering questions from a media organization (100% chose this)
  • Where it is for the purpose of protecting property or preventing harm (0% chose this)
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In which region of the International Telecommunication Union is Canada located?
  • Region 4 (0% chose this)
  • Region 1 (0% chose this)
  • Region 2 (100% chose this)
  • Region 3 (0% chose this)
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What regulatory requirement must be met to allow you to install an amateur radio transmitter on behalf of another person?
  • Only the other person must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • Both you and the other person must hold Amateur Radio Operator Certificates (100% chose this)
  • Only you must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • The other person must be enrolled in an amateur radio certification course (0% chose this)
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Some VHF and UHF FM radios purchased for use in the amateur radio service can also be programmed to communicate on frequencies used for the land mobile service. Under what conditions is this permissible?
  • The equipment is used in remote areas north of 60 degrees latitude (0% chose this)
  • The equipment has an RF power output of 2 watts or less (0% chose this)
  • The radio operator has a Restricted Operator's Certificate (0% chose this)
  • The radio is certified and licensed for use in the land mobile service (100% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to install a repeater operating on a single band in a voice mode?
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic and Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
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Holders of which one of the following certificates may be issued an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate?
  • Canadian Restricted Operator's Certificate - Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC) (0% chose this)
  • Canadian Radiocommunication Operator General Certificate Maritime (RGMC) (100% chose this)
  • Canadian Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime (ROC-M) (0% chose this)
  • Canadian Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A) (0% chose this)
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What term describes an unwanted oscillation in an amplifier or oscillator circuit?
  • Secondary emission (0% chose this)
  • Harmonic emission (0% chose this)
  • Parasitic oscillation (100% chose this)
  • Frequency instability (0% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to operate cross-band repeaters?
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic (100% chose this)
  • Basic and Advanced (0% chose this)
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If you wire two 24-microfarad capacitors in parallel, what is the capacity of the combination?
  • 4 microfarads (0% chose this)
  • 12 microfarads (0% chose this)
  • 96 microfarads (0% chose this)
  • 48 microfarads (100% chose this)
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You and a foreign amateur radio operator both have a local friend without amateur radio certification engaged in radio communication. Who is considered a third party?
  • The non-certified person at the Canadian station (0% chose this)
  • Both non-certified persons (100% chose this)
  • The foreign amateur radio operator and both non-certified persons (0% chose this)
  • The foreign amateur radio operator and the other person at the foreign station (0% chose this)
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What is the fee to issue a replacement call sign with a new prefix, due to a change in address to a new province or territory?
  • $40 (0% chose this)
  • $25 (0% chose this)
  • Free (100% chose this)
  • $60 (0% chose this)
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Under what condition are you permitted to use a new digital encoding technique that you developed to transmit data over amateur radio bands?
  • When it includes sending the amateur radio station's call sign (0% chose this)
  • When it is used for commercial traffic (0% chose this)
  • When it is published in the public domain (100% chose this)
  • When it is used for music streaming content (0% chose this)
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Amateur radio stations are required to have means of indicating or preventing a signal quality problem unique to voice transmissions. What is it?
  • Inadequate pre-emphasis (0% chose this)
  • Excessive compression (0% chose this)
  • Overmodulation (100% chose this)
  • Inadequate audio filtering (0% chose this)
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When may an amateur radio operator transmit unidentified communications?
  • Only to control a model craft (100% chose this)
  • Only for two-way or third-party communications (0% chose this)
  • Only if it does not interfere with others (0% chose this)
  • Only for brief tests not meant as messages (0% chose this)
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What is the fee for taking an examination for an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate, administered by an accredited examiner?
  • The examiner may charge a fee to recover costs (50% chose this)
  • No fee may be charged (50% chose this)
  • $20 per examination sitting (0% chose this)
  • $20 per qualification (0% chose this)
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If a transmission line with a characteristic impedance of 50 ohms feeds a folded dipole with a feed point impedance close to 300 ohms, what impedance transformation ratio is needed to match the two?
  • 4:1 (0% chose this)
  • 9:1 (0% chose this)
  • 6:1 (100% chose this)
  • 2:1 (0% chose this)
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Which popular RF connector is designed to be moisture resistant?
  • N (100% chose this)
  • BNC (0% chose this)
  • UHF (0% chose this)
  • SMA (0% chose this)
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An isotropic antenna is:
  • a hypothetical point source (100% chose this)
  • a dummy load (0% chose this)
  • an infinitely long piece of wire (0% chose this)
  • a half-wave reference dipole (0% chose this)
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What is the maximum percentage of modulation permitted for amateur radio voice communications?
  • 50% (0% chose this)
  • 90% (0% chose this)
  • 100% (100% chose this)
  • 75% (0% chose this)
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Under what circumstances is an amateur radio operator permitted to use an amplifier to amplify the output of a licence-exempt transmitter?
  • This is not permitted (100% chose this)
  • When emissions will be outside amateur radio frequency allocations (0% chose this)
  • Only for short test transmissions (0% chose this)
  • When other users will not be interfered with (0% chose this)
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Foreign amateur radio operators may operate in Canada if they qualify for a CEPT (European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations) Amateur Radio Licence. What operating privileges are they granted by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada?
  • Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic (0% chose this)
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What is the fee for a first Amateur Radio Operator Certificate?
  • $32 (0% chose this)
  • Free (100% chose this)
  • $24 (0% chose this)
  • $10 (0% chose this)
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Which of the following is a provision of the International Telecommunication Union's Radio Regulations that applies to Canadian amateur radio operators?
  • International communications are permitted unless an administration has registered an objection (50% chose this)
  • Amateur radio operators may recover reasonable costs from transmitting third-party messages (0% chose this)
  • Certification requirements in the amateur radio service are prescribed in the Radio Regulations (50% chose this)
  • Radiocommunications between certified amateur radio operators are always permitted even if a country objects (0% chose this)
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When may you deliberately interfere with another amateur radio station's communications?
  • Deliberate interference is never acceptable (100% chose this)
  • Only if the station is operating illegally (0% chose this)
  • Only if the station begins transmitting on a frequency you are using (0% chose this)
  • Only when you are operating within crowded band conditions (0% chose this)
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What is expected of operators NOT directly involved in a disaster relief net?
  • Limit operation to narrow bandwidth digital modes (0% chose this)
  • Avoid needless transmissions on or near the net frequency (100% chose this)
  • Choose another band with a shorter distance reach (0% chose this)
  • Defer communications until net activity is less intense (0% chose this)
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Which is NOT an element of the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada public consultation process for antenna systems?
  • Participating in public meetings on the project (100% chose this)
  • Providing written notice (0% chose this)
  • Addressing relevant questions, comments and concerns (0% chose this)
  • Providing an opportunity for the public to respond regarding measures to address reasonable and relevant concerns (0% chose this)
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What semiconductor device glows different colours, depending upon its chemical composition?
  • A neon bulb (0% chose this)
  • A light-emitting diode (100% chose this)
  • A vacuum diode (0% chose this)
  • A fluorescent bulb (0% chose this)
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Canadian amateur radio stations may provide communications on behalf of third parties:
  • only in cases of emergencies or disaster relief (0% chose this)
  • on frequencies assigned to the Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service (CFARS) (0% chose this)
  • only with countries that have third-party traffic agreements with Canada (0% chose this)
  • with any other amateur radio station (100% chose this)
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On VHF and higher frequencies, why does the radio horizon extend beyond the visible horizon?
  • Diffraction caused by soil conductivity (0% chose this)
  • Normal refraction in the troposphere (100% chose this)
  • Ionization in the troposphere (0% chose this)
  • Refraction in the D-region (0% chose this)
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Which document assigns the authority to make Canadian regulations governing radiocommunications?
  • The Broadcasting Act (0% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunication Act (100% chose this)
  • The International Telecommunication Union's Radio Regulations (0% chose this)
  • The Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service (0% chose this)
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What do you transmit to identify your amateur radio station?
  • Your full name (0% chose this)
  • Your call sign (100% chose this)
  • Your "handle" (0% chose this)
  • Your first name and your location (0% chose this)
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What regulatory requirement must be met to allow you to repair an amateur radio transmitter on behalf of another person?
  • Only you must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • Both you and the other person must hold Amateur Radio Operator Certificates (100% chose this)
  • The other person must be enrolled in an amateur radio certification course (0% chose this)
  • Only the other person must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
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The signals from two commercial transmitters combine outside your receiver to produce noise on a desired frequency. What type of interference is this?
  • Receiver overload (0% chose this)
  • Spurious emissions (0% chose this)
  • Intermodulation (100% chose this)
  • Harmonic emissions (0% chose this)
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Who is responsible for the operation of an amateur radio station?
  • Only the station owner who is the holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • Only the control operator (0% chose this)
  • The person who owns the station equipment (0% chose this)
  • Both the control operator and the station owner (100% chose this)
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If the regulations say that the amateur radio service is a secondary user of a frequency band, and another service is a primary user, what does this mean?
  • Amateur radio operators can only use the band briefly for radio testing and adjustment purposes (0% chose this)
  • Amateur radio operators are only allowed to use the frequency band during emergencies (0% chose this)
  • Nothing special: all users of a frequency band have equal rights to operate (0% chose this)
  • Amateur radio operators are allowed to use the frequency band only if they do not cause interference to primary users (100% chose this)
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If you transmit from another amateur radio station, who is responsible for its operation?
  • The station owner, unless the station logbook shows you as the control operator (0% chose this)
  • Both of you (100% chose this)
  • You (0% chose this)
  • The station owner (0% chose this)
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The transmission of a secret code by the operator of an amateur radio station:
  • is not permitted (100% chose this)
  • is permitted for third-party traffic (0% chose this)
  • is permitted for contests (0% chose this)
  • must be approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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Third-party communications are those conducted on behalf of a person without amateur radio certification. In the Canadian amateur radio service, what third-party communications are permissible?
  • Only communications of a personal and non-commercial nature (100% chose this)
  • Only communications where the third party is in a country approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
  • Only communications routed through a digital network (0% chose this)
  • Only communications conducted entirely within Canada (0% chose this)
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What do Canadian regulations stipulate regarding frequency stability in the amateur radio service?
  • It shall remain within 2 parts per million, one hour after power up (0% chose this)
  • It must be equivalent to crystal control below 148 MHz (100% chose this)
  • It must not drift more than 10 Hz from a governmental time signal broadcast service (0% chose this)
  • It shall remain within 0.05% from -30 to +40 degrees Celsius ambient temperature (0% chose this)
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Amateur radio operation must not cause interference to other radio services operating in which of the following bands?
  • 7.0 MHz to 7.1 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 14.0 MHz to 14.2 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 430.0 MHz to 450.0 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 144.0 MHz to 148.0 MHz (0% chose this)
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In what circumstances can foreign amateur radio operators, other than United States citizens, operate while visiting Canada?
  • Canada automatically grants privileges to visiting amateur radio operators (0% chose this)
  • Amateur radio operators are automatically granted equivalent privileges in all member states of the International Telecommunication Union (0% chose this)
  • The foreign amateur radio operator must submit an application to Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) (0% chose this)
  • Their country has an agreement with Canada and the amateur radio operator has obtained the appropriate permit (100% chose this)
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Which of these statements is NOT correct?
  • The fee for taking an examination for an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate at an Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada office is $5 per qualification (100% chose this)
  • An accredited examiner may recover the cost of administering an examination (0% chose this)
  • There are no fees for taking an examination for an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate at an Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada office (0% chose this)
  • An accredited examiner must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic, Advanced, and Morse code qualifications (0% chose this)
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Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
  • A radio inspector may enter a dwelling without the consent of the occupant and without a warrant (100% chose this)
  • In executing a warrant, a radio inspector shall not use force, unless accompanied by a peace officer, and force is authorized (0% chose this)
  • Where entry is refused, and is necessary to perform their duties under the Radiocommunication Act, a radio inspector may obtain a warrant (0% chose this)
  • The person responsible for a dwelling entered by a radio inspector shall provide the inspector the requested information (0% chose this)
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Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
  • A disabled candidate may be exempted from portions of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate examination (100% chose this)
  • Examinations for disabled candidates may be given orally, or tailored to the candidate's ability to complete the examination (0% chose this)
  • A disabled candidate, taking a Morse code sending test, may be allowed to recite the examination text in Morse code sounds (0% chose this)
  • After passing the basic exam, a disabled candidate may take the other exams in any order (0% chose this)
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What organization has published safety guidelines for the maximum limits of RF energy near the human body?
  • Health Canada (100% chose this)
  • National Research Council (0% chose this)
  • Environment Canada (0% chose this)
  • Canadian Standards Association (0% chose this)
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Based on the frequency stated and emission mode, which of the following combinations is prohibited?
  • Fast-scan television (ATV) on 440 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Fast-scan television (ATV) on 145 MHz (100% chose this)
  • Morse radiotelegraphy (CW) on 10.145 MHz (0% chose this)
  • FT8 on 14.074 MHz (0% chose this)
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In which of the following amateur radio bands is single sideband prohibited?
  • 7.000 MHz to 7.300 MHz (50% chose this)
  • 10.100 MHz to 10.150 MHz (50% chose this)
  • 18.068 MHz to 18.168 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 24.890 MHz to 24.990 MHz (0% chose this)
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What is your responsibility as a station owner?
  • You must be present whenever the station is operated (0% chose this)
  • You are responsible for the operation of the station in accordance with the regulations (100% chose this)
  • You must allow another amateur radio operator to operate your station upon request (0% chose this)
  • You must notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada if another amateur radio operator acts as the control operator (0% chose this)
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What is the maximum authorized bandwidth on the 6-metre and 2-metre bands?
  • 30 kHz (100% chose this)
  • 6 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 20 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 5 kHz (0% chose this)
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What devices would you install to reduce or eliminate interference to a home entertainment system from an HF transmitter?
  • Metal oxide varistors (0% chose this)
  • Bypass inductors (0% chose this)
  • Coils on ferrite cores (100% chose this)
  • Bypass resistors (0% chose this)
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An amateur radio operator with Basic and Morse code qualifications may install an amateur radio station for another person:
  • only if the DC power input to the final stage does not exceed 200 watts (0% chose this)
  • only if the final power input does not exceed 100 watts (0% chose this)
  • only if the station is for use on one of the VHF bands (0% chose this)
  • only if the other person is the holder of a valid Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (100% chose this)
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What are the restrictions on the use of abbreviations or procedural signals in the amateur radio service?
  • Only "10 codes" are permitted (0% chose this)
  • They may be used if the signals or codes are not secret (100% chose this)
  • There are no restrictions (0% chose this)
  • They are not permitted because they obscure the meaning of a message to government monitoring stations (0% chose this)
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What identification, if any, is required when two amateur radio stations begin communications?
  • No identification is required (0% chose this)
  • One of the stations must give both stations' call signs (0% chose this)
  • Both stations must transmit both call signs (50% chose this)
  • Each station must transmit its own call sign (50% chose this)
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The proponent of an antenna system and a stakeholder, other than the general public, have failed to reach an agreement. How is a final decision reached?
  • The decision is made by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
  • The decision is made by the local municipality (0% chose this)
  • The decision is postponed until an agreement is reached (0% chose this)
  • The decision is made by a majority vote of residents within a radius of three times the antenna height (0% chose this)
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In Canada, which bands may amateur radio operators use for radio control of models?
  • All amateur radio bands above 30 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 50 MHz to 54 MHz, 144 MHz to 148 MHz, and 222 MHz to 225 MHz only (0% chose this)
  • All amateur radio bands (0% chose this)
  • 50 MHz to 54 MHz only (0% chose this)
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What is a transmission that disturbs other communications called?
  • Unidentified transmissions (0% chose this)
  • Interrupted CW (0% chose this)
  • Harmful interference (100% chose this)
  • Transponder signals (0% chose this)
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What is the lowest output frequency of the repeaters that holders of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with only a Basic Qualification are allowed to use?
  • 29.500 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 144 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 29.700 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 50 MHz (0% chose this)
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What is the fee for changing an existing call sign (including changing to a two-letter call sign)?
  • Free (0% chose this)
  • $30 (0% chose this)
  • $55 (0% chose this)
  • $60 (100% chose this)
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A Canadian amateur radio operator, operating their station 7 kilometres offshore from the coast of Florida, is subject to which frequency band limits?
  • Those applicable in International Telecommunication Union region 2 (0% chose this)
  • Those applicable to United States amateur radio operators (100% chose this)
  • Those applicable in International Telecommunication Union region 1 (0% chose this)
  • Those applicable to Canadian amateur radio operators (0% chose this)
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What maximum DC input power to the transmitter final amplifier stage, may be used by the holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification?
  • 560 watts (0% chose this)
  • 750 watts (0% chose this)
  • 250 watts (100% chose this)
  • 1000 watts (0% chose this)
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Why can't family members without qualifications transmit using your amateur radio station if they are alone with your equipment?
  • They must not use your equipment without your permission (0% chose this)
  • They must first know the right frequencies and emission modes for transmitting (0% chose this)
  • They must first know how to use the right abbreviations and Q signals (0% chose this)
  • They must hold suitable amateur radio qualifications before they are allowed to be control operators (100% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 40-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 6.5 MHz to 6.8 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 6.0 MHz to 6.3 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 7.7 MHz to 8.0 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 7.0 MHz to 7.3 MHz (100% chose this)
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What is the fee for taking Amateur Radio Operator Certificate examinations at an Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada office?
  • $20 per visit, regardless of the number of qualification examinations (0% chose this)
  • $20 per qualification (0% chose this)
  • No charge for qualification examinations (100% chose this)
  • $5 per qualification examination (0% chose this)
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What is the main adverse effect due to operating with high SWR?
  • Increased receive noise level (0% chose this)
  • Increased transmission line radiation (0% chose this)
  • Increased transmission line loss (100% chose this)
  • Increased common-mode current (0% chose this)
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Which of the following one-way communications may NOT be transmitted in the amateur radio service?
  • Brief transmissions to make adjustments to the station (0% chose this)
  • Radio control commands to model craft (0% chose this)
  • Broadcasts intended for the general public (100% chose this)
  • Morse code practice (0% chose this)
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What precaution must an amateur radio operator take when transmitting near band edges?
  • Reduce transmitter power (0% chose this)
  • Restrict operation to radiotelegraphy (CW) or digital modes (0% chose this)
  • Ensure that the entire occupied bandwidth falls within the amateur radio band (100% chose this)
  • Make sure that the emission mode is compatible with agreed band plans (0% chose this)
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When is an amateur radio operator allowed to broadcast information to the general public?
  • Only when the broadcasts are of broad public interest (0% chose this)
  • Only when the amateur radio operator is being paid (0% chose this)
  • An amateur radio operator may never broadcast to the general public (100% chose this)
  • Only when the broadcasts last less than 1 hour (0% chose this)
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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur radio station's transmission allowed in the band 50 MHz to 54 MHz is:
  • 6 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 15 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 30 kHz (100% chose this)
  • 20 kHz (0% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to assemble commercially available transmitter kits of professional design?
  • Basic and Advanced (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic (100% chose this)
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's default public consultation process for antenna systems requires proponents to address:
  • reasonable and relevant concerns provided in writing within the 30-day public comment period (100% chose this)
  • all questions, comments and concerns raised (0% chose this)
  • comments reported in the media (0% chose this)
  • opposition to the project (0% chose this)
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The amateur radio station operator shall ensure that:
  • international communications are limited to the purposes of amateur radio or remarks of a personal nature (100% chose this)
  • international communications are carried out within the power limitations of the foreign administration (0% chose this)
  • commercial communications are brief (0% chose this)
  • third parties are charged a nominal sum for their messages (0% chose this)
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Which of the following emission modes requires that an amateur radio station have means to prevent or indicate overmodulation?
  • RTTY (0% chose this)
  • SSB (100% chose this)
  • CW (0% chose this)
  • FM (0% chose this)
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In the amateur radio service, it is permissible to broadcast:
  • programming that originates from a broadcast undertaking (0% chose this)
  • commercially recorded material (0% chose this)
  • music that is picked up by your microphone (0% chose this)
  • radio communications required for the safety of life and property (100% chose this)
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What is the maximum allowed DC input power to the final RF stage of an amateur radio transmitter when the operator holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification?
  • 1000 watts (50% chose this)
  • 560 watts (0% chose this)
  • 250 watts (50% chose this)
  • 1500 watts (0% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to install an amateur radio club station?
  • Basic and Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic, Advanced and Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic (0% chose this)
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Radiocommunications transmitted by stations other than a broadcasting station may be divulged or used:
  • if transmitted in English or French (0% chose this)
  • if the other station is using digital means (0% chose this)
  • if it is transmitted by an amateur radio station (100% chose this)
  • during peacetime civil emergencies (0% chose this)
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A radio transmission may follow two or more different paths during propagation, and this may result in phase differences at the receiver. What is the effect at the receiver?
  • Intermodulation (0% chose this)
  • Absorption (0% chose this)
  • Fading (100% chose this)
  • Wavering (0% chose this)
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In the event the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry determines that an amateur radio station causes harmful interference, what are the Minister's powers?
  • Revoke the amateur radio operator's certificate without giving written notice (0% chose this)
  • Order the station's operation to cease or change (100% chose this)
  • Delegate the matter to the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (0% chose this)
  • Convene the parties to arrive at a compromise solution (0% chose this)
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Why should the impedance of a filter match the transmission line where it is inserted?
  • To minimize noise in the receiver (0% chose this)
  • To avoid unwanted reflection (100% chose this)
  • To prevent spurious emissions (0% chose this)
  • To preserve the balance of the line (0% chose this)
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Where a land-use authority or municipality has established a public consultation process for antenna systems, who determines how public consultation should take place?
  • The municipality or local land-use authority (100% chose this)
  • The provincial government (0% chose this)
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
  • The person planning to erect an antenna structure (0% chose this)
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An amateur radio station may be used to communicate with:
  • any station transmitting in amateur radio bands (50% chose this)
  • Armed Forces stations during contests and exercises (0% chose this)
  • any stations which are identified for special contests (0% chose this)
  • stations operated under similar authorizations (50% chose this)
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What is the purpose of Safety Code 6?
  • It sets antenna height limits for aircraft protection (0% chose this)
  • It sets transmitter power limits for interference protection (0% chose this)
  • It gives RF exposure limits for the human body (100% chose this)
  • It lists all RF frequency allocations for interference protection (0% chose this)
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What condition would preclude a Canadian amateur radio station from communicating with amateur radio stations in another country?
  • The country is not a member of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) (0% chose this)
  • The conversation is not conducted totally in English or French (0% chose this)
  • The country has filed an objection to such communications with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) (100% chose this)
  • It is prohibited by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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Based on the frequency stated and emission mode, which of the following combinations is prohibited?
  • Morse radiotelegraphy (CW) on 10.11 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Frequency modulation (FM) on 29.6 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Single sideband (SSB) on 10.12 MHz (50% chose this)
  • FT8 on 10.136 MHz (50% chose this)
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Which document defines the Canadian "amateur radio service"?
  • The Radio Systems Policies (0% chose this)
  • The Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service (0% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunication Act (0% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunication Regulations (100% chose this)
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If you hear an unanswered distress signal on an amateur radio band where you do NOT have privileges to communicate:
  • you may respond and offer assistance using international Morse code only (0% chose this)
  • you may not respond nor offer assistance (50% chose this)
  • you may respond and offer assistance (50% chose this)
  • you may respond and offer assistance after obtaining permission from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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What regulatory requirement must be met to allow you to place an amateur radio transmitter in service on behalf of another person?
  • Only the other person must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • Only you must hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (0% chose this)
  • Both you and the other person must hold Amateur Radio Operator Certificates (100% chose this)
  • The other person must be enrolled in an amateur radio certification course (0% chose this)
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In a basic CW transmitter, what does the power amplifier stage do?
  • It increases the transmitter's output power (100% chose this)
  • It reduces distortion in the transmitted signal (0% chose this)
  • It multiplies the oscillator frequency to the operating frequency (0% chose this)
  • It removes CW chirps from the transmitted signal (0% chose this)
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If two equal-value capacitors are connected in parallel, what is their total capacitance?
  • The value of one capacitor times 4 (0% chose this)
  • Twice the value of one capacitor (100% chose this)
  • Half the value of either capacitor (0% chose this)
  • The value of one capacitor divided by 4 (0% chose this)
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When may amateur radio operators handle messages from recognized public service agencies?
  • During peace time, civil emergencies and exercises (100% chose this)
  • When data modes are used exclusively (0% chose this)
  • When operators have an Advanced Qualification (0% chose this)
  • When special authorization has been obtained from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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What is the maximum percentage of modulation permitted for amateur radio voice communications?
  • 100% (100% chose this)
  • 50% (0% chose this)
  • 75% (0% chose this)
  • 90% (0% chose this)
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Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
  • An amateur radio operator does not obscure the meaning of their transmissions (0% chose this)
  • A courteous amateur radio operator refrains from using offensive language (0% chose this)
  • An amateur radio operator may conduct occasional business on the air (100% chose this)
  • A considerate amateur radio operator does not transmit unnecessary signals (0% chose this)
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Which examination must be passed before an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate is issued?
  • A practical test (0% chose this)
  • Basic Qualification (100% chose this)
  • Advanced Qualification (0% chose this)
  • Morse code (0% chose this)
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One method of preventing RF from entering a stereo set through the speaker leads is to wrap each of the speaker leads:
  • around a ferrite core (100% chose this)
  • around a wooden dowel (0% chose this)
  • around an iron bar (0% chose this)
  • around a copper bar (0% chose this)
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If you are the control operator at the station of another amateur radio operator who has more certificate qualifications than you, what operating privileges are you allowed?
  • Only the privileges allowed by your qualifications (100% chose this)
  • All the frequency privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the emission privileges of your qualifications (0% chose this)
  • All the emission privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the frequency privileges of your qualifications (0% chose this)
  • Any privileges allowed by the additional qualifications (0% chose this)
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What types of messages may be transmitted to an amateur radio station in a foreign country?
  • Messages of any type, if the foreign country allows third-party communications with Canada (0% chose this)
  • Messages that are not religious, political, or patriotic in nature (0% chose this)
  • Messages of any type (0% chose this)
  • Messages related to the purposes of amateur radio or remarks of a personal nature (100% chose this)
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The owner of an amateur radio station may:
  • permit any person to operate the station under the supervision and in the presence of the holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (100% chose this)
  • permit anyone to take part in communications only if prior written permission is received from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
  • permit anyone to use the station without restrictions (0% chose this)
  • permit anyone to use the station and take part in communications (0% chose this)
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The holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate may operate radio-controlled models:
  • on all amateur radio bands above 30 MHz (100% chose this)
  • if only pulse modulation is used (0% chose this)
  • if the control transmitter does not exceed 15 kHz of occupied bandwidth (0% chose this)
  • on all amateur radio bands below 30 MHz (0% chose this)
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What conditions must candidates for amateur radio certification meet?
  • Be at least 14 years of age and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (0% chose this)
  • Be a Canadian citizen (0% chose this)
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (0% chose this)
  • Have a valid address in Canada (100% chose this)
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How often must an amateur radio station be identified?
  • At the beginning and end of each transmission (0% chose this)
  • At least once during each transmission (0% chose this)
  • At the beginning of a contact and at least every thirty minutes after that (0% chose this)
  • At least every thirty minutes, and at the beginning and at the end of a contact (100% chose this)
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What is the function of automatic gain control (AGC) in a receiver?
  • Maximize overall gain for greater sensitivity (0% chose this)
  • Limit the change in volume due to large signal strength variations (100% chose this)
  • Remove high-amplitude short-duration noise pulses (0% chose this)
  • Improve the signal-to-distortion ratio of the detector (0% chose this)
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When must an amateur radio station have a control operator?
  • Only when training another amateur radio operator (0% chose this)
  • A control operator is not needed (0% chose this)
  • Whenever the station receiver is operated (0% chose this)
  • Whenever the station is transmitting (100% chose this)
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The Amateur Radio Operator Certificate:
  • must be kept in a safe place (0% chose this)
  • must be kept on the person to whom it is issued (0% chose this)
  • must be put on file (0% chose this)
  • must be retained at the station (100% chose this)
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Amateur radio stations may communicate:
  • only with other amateur radio stations (100% chose this)
  • with anyone who uses international Morse code (0% chose this)
  • with any station involved in a real or simulated emergency (0% chose this)
  • with non-amateur radio stations (0% chose this)
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Under what circumstances can an amateur radio operator with an Advanced Qualification install, place in operation, modify or repair radio apparatus on behalf of another person?
  • Pending the granting of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate if the apparatus covers amateur radio bands only (0% chose this)
  • If the other person holds an authorization for this apparatus (100% chose this)
  • Pending the granting of an authorization if the apparatus is certified and crystal controlled (0% chose this)
  • Pending the granting of a radio authorization, if the apparatus covers amateur radio and commercial bands (0% chose this)
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A CEPT (European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations) Amateur Radio Licence allows a qualified Canadian amateur radio operator to operate while visiting any participating country. What minimum level of qualification does a Canadian amateur radio operator need?
  • Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic with Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic (0% chose this)
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Who may be the control operator of an amateur radio station?
  • Any person over 21 years of age with Basic and Morse code qualifications (0% chose this)
  • Any person over 21 years of age (0% chose this)
  • Any person over 21 years of age with a Basic Qualification (0% chose this)
  • Any qualified amateur radio operator chosen by the station owner (100% chose this)
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What kind of payment is allowed for third-party messages sent by an amateur radio station?
  • Donation of equipment repairs (0% chose this)
  • Donation of amateur radio equipment (0% chose this)
  • No payment of any kind is allowed (100% chose this)
  • Any amount agreed upon in advance (0% chose this)
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Two AC waveforms have the same frequency, but their cycles do not begin at the same instant. What term describes that timing difference?
  • Delta (0% chose this)
  • Offset (0% chose this)
  • Phase (100% chose this)
  • Polarity (0% chose this)
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What does vertical wave polarization mean?
  • The electric and magnetic lines of force of a radio wave are parallel to the Earth's surface (0% chose this)
  • The electric lines of force of a radio wave are perpendicular to the Earth's surface (100% chose this)
  • The magnetic lines of force of a radio wave are perpendicular to the Earth's surface (0% chose this)
  • The electric lines of force of a radio wave are parallel to the Earth's surface (0% chose this)
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If a friend without amateur radio certification is using your station to talk to someone in Canada, and a foreign station breaks in to talk to your friend, what should you do?
  • Take over the conversation with the Canadian and foreign station (0% chose this)
  • Instruct your friend to ignore the foreign station (0% chose this)
  • Stop all discussions and quickly sign off (0% chose this)
  • Continue monitoring the communications of your friend (100% chose this)
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What must all amateur radio stations be capable of reliably measuring, regardless of emission mode?
  • Frequency (100% chose this)
  • Modulation (0% chose this)
  • SWR (0% chose this)
  • RF power (0% chose this)
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The Amateur Radio Operator Certificate should be:
  • retained on the holder's person (0% chose this)
  • retained in the holder's vehicle (0% chose this)
  • retained in a safety deposit box (0% chose this)
  • retained at the address provided to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
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What is the power consumption of two 10-ohm resistors connected in series with a 10-volt battery?
  • 20 watts (0% chose this)
  • 5 watts (100% chose this)
  • 2 watts (0% chose this)
  • 0.5 watts (0% chose this)
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For SSB operation on 7055 kHz, what is the maximum transmitter peak envelope power (PEP) that an amateur radio station may use if the operator holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification with Honours?
  • 560 watts (100% chose this)
  • 2250 watts (0% chose this)
  • 1000 watts (0% chose this)
  • 200 watts (0% chose this)
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International third-party amateur radio communication in case of emergencies or disaster relief is expressly permitted unless:
  • satellite communication can be originated in the disaster area (0% chose this)
  • specifically prohibited by the foreign administration concerned (100% chose this)
  • internet service is working well in the foreign country involved (0% chose this)
  • the foreign administration is in a declared state of war (0% chose this)
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Where may holders of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate operate an amateur radio station in Canada?
  • Only within their province or territory (0% chose this)
  • Anywhere in Canada (100% chose this)
  • Only at the address shown on Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada records (0% chose this)
  • Anywhere in Canada only during times of emergency (0% chose this)
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If you let another amateur radio operator with additional qualifications than yours control your station and operate under your call sign, what operating privileges are allowed?
  • Any privileges allowed by the additional qualifications (0% chose this)
  • Only the privileges allowed by your qualifications (100% chose this)
  • All the frequency privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the emission privileges of your qualifications (0% chose this)
  • All the emission privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the frequency privileges of your qualifications (0% chose this)
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What should you do to keep your amateur radio station from retransmitting music or signals from a non-amateur radio station?
  • Adjust your transceiver noise blanker (0% chose this)
  • Speak closer to the microphone to increase your signal strength (0% chose this)
  • Turn up the volume of your transmitter (0% chose this)
  • Turn down the volume of background audio (100% chose this)
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An Amateur Radio Operator Certificate is valid for:
  • five years (0% chose this)
  • life (100% chose this)
  • three years (0% chose this)
  • one year (0% chose this)
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What kind of amateur radio station automatically retransmits the signals of other stations?
  • Beacon station (0% chose this)
  • Remote-control station (0% chose this)
  • Repeater station (100% chose this)
  • Satellite control station (0% chose this)
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Based on the frequency stated and emission mode, which of the following combinations is prohibited?
  • Single sideband (SSB) on 3.76 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Fast-scan television (ATV) on 14.23 MHz (100% chose this)
  • Slow-scan television (SSTV) on 14.23 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Frequency modulation (FM) on 29.60 MHz (0% chose this)
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Meteor scatter is most effective on what band?
  • 40 metres (0% chose this)
  • 6 metres (100% chose this)
  • 160 metres (0% chose this)
  • 15 metres (0% chose this)
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Why is the limit of exposure to RF the lowest in the frequency range of 48 MHz to 300 MHz, according to Safety Code 6?
  • Most transmissions in this range are for a longer time (0% chose this)
  • There are more transmitters operating in this range (0% chose this)
  • There are fewer transmitters operating in this range (0% chose this)
  • The human body absorbs RF energy the most in this range (100% chose this)
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A Canadian amateur radio operator is operating in the United States using voice. What form of identification is required?
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign (0% chose this)
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign, followed by "portable" or "mobile" as appropriate, followed by the prefix for the US call area being visited (100% chose this)
  • Transmit the prefix for the US call area being visited, followed by "portable" or "mobile" as appropriate, followed by their Canadian call sign (0% chose this)
  • Transmit their Canadian call sign, followed by the city and state where they are visiting (0% chose this)
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Under what circumstances can a person who does NOT have an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate operate an amateur radio station?
  • When the person is under supervision, and in the presence of, a person holding appropriate qualifications (100% chose this)
  • When the person has been briefed over the telephone by a person holding appropriate qualifications (0% chose this)
  • When the person is actively enrolled in an amateur radio course (0% chose this)
  • When the person holds a valid licence in the land mobile or maritime services (0% chose this)
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Whenever a change of address is made:
  • you must not operate until a change of address card is forwarded to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
  • you must notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada within 30 days of a change of mailing address (100% chose this)
  • you must notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada within 14 days of operation at the new address (0% chose this)
  • within the same province, you do not need to notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (0% chose this)
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You hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification. Besides the amateur radio service, in what other service does this authorization allow you to operate a station?
  • Aeronautical service (0% chose this)
  • No other service (100% chose this)
  • Land mobile service (0% chose this)
  • Maritime service (0% chose this)
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Under what circumstances can an amateur radio operator reprogram a land mobile transmitter on behalf of another person for use on 2 metres?
  • Only if an amateur radio operator with an Advanced Qualification performs the modification (0% chose this)
  • Only if the other person holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate (100% chose this)
  • Only if the other person holds an Advanced Qualification (0% chose this)
  • Only if the other person holds a Basic with Honours Qualification (0% chose this)
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On 630 metres and 2200 metres, what key antenna characteristic must be taken into account to comply with power limitations expressed as equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP)?
  • Gain (100% chose this)
  • Resonance (0% chose this)
  • Bandwidth (0% chose this)
  • Impedance (0% chose this)
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Who has authority over antenna installations, including antenna masts and towers?
  • The provincial or territorial Minister of Infrastructure (0% chose this)
  • The Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (100% chose this)
  • The majority of neighbours within a distance of three times the proposed antenna height (0% chose this)
  • The local municipal government (0% chose this)
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Transmissions outside of amateur radio bands:
  • are permitted when using less than 1 watt (0% chose this)
  • are prohibited and penalties could be assessed to the control operator (100% chose this)
  • must be identified with your call sign (0% chose this)
  • are permitted for short tests only (0% chose this)
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While operating in Canada, what information must the holder of a United States-issued call sign indicate at least once during a contact?
  • Location and output power (0% chose this)
  • City and state of residence (0% chose this)
  • Current grid square (0% chose this)
  • Location by city and province (100% chose this)
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When are you permitted to interfere with another station's transmissions?
  • When you both wish to contact the same station (0% chose this)
  • When the other station is interfering with your transmission (0% chose this)
  • When the other station is not operating in accordance with the Radiocommunication Regulations (0% chose this)
  • When your station is directly involved with a distress situation (100% chose this)
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During a disaster, when may an amateur radio station make transmissions necessary to meet essential communication needs and assist relief operations?
  • Only when the local emergency net is activated (0% chose this)
  • When normal communication systems are working but are not convenient (0% chose this)
  • Never, only official emergency stations may transmit in a disaster (0% chose this)
  • When normal communication systems are overloaded, damaged or disrupted (100% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to remotely operate a transmitter, including changing frequency, emission mode or output power?
  • Basic and Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
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Which document assigns the authority to publish Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service in Canada?
  • The Broadcasting Act (0% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunication Act (100% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunication Regulations (0% chose this)
  • The International Telecommunication Union's Radio Regulations (0% chose this)
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In addition to passing the Basic written examination, what must you do before you are allowed to use amateur radio frequencies below 30 MHz?
  • You must attain a mark of 80% on the Basic examination, or pass an Advanced or Morse code examination (100% chose this)
  • You must attend a class to learn about HF communications (0% chose this)
  • You must notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada that you intend to operate on the HF bands (0% chose this)
  • You must pass a provincial communications examination (0% chose this)
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An amateur radio operator may be engaged in communications including the transmission of:
  • programming that originates from a broadcasting undertaking (0% chose this)
  • Q codes (100% chose this)
  • radiocommunication in support of industrial, business, or professional activities (0% chose this)
  • commercially recorded material (0% chose this)
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What are the station identification requirements for a test transmission?
  • Identification is only needed on voice modes (0% chose this)
  • Brief test transmissions need not be identified (0% chose this)
  • Identification shall be transmitted at five-minute intervals (0% chose this)
  • The rules are the same for a test or a radio contact (100% chose this)
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While in Canada and operating in a voice mode, American amateur radio operators must identify with their call sign, the qualifier "mobile" or "portable" and what other information?
  • The transmitting frequency being used (0% chose this)
  • The Canadian call sign prefix for the geographic location of the station (100% chose this)
  • The name of the nearest Canadian community (0% chose this)
  • The name of the province or territory where the station is located (0% chose this)
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When may an amateur radio station transmit an encoded message?
  • Only when transmitting above 450 MHz (0% chose this)
  • Only during contests (0% chose this)
  • Only when the encoding or cipher is not secret (100% chose this)
  • Only during a declared communications emergency (0% chose this)
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In a single-sideband transmitter, what is the purpose of the speech amplifier?
  • Amplify the audio you wish to transmit (100% chose this)
  • Amplify one of the signal's two sidebands (0% chose this)
  • Amplify the signal's harmonic content (0% chose this)
  • Amplify the signal's carrier (0% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 20-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 15.000 MHz to 15.750 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 14.000 MHz to 14.350 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 13.500 MHz to 14.000 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 16.350 MHz to 16.830 MHz (0% chose this)
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What must you do within 30 days of a mailing address change?
  • Inform Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) (0% chose this)
  • Inform Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
  • Inform your local amateur radio club (0% chose this)
  • Inform an accredited examiner (0% chose this)
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Which of the following call signs is a valid Canadian amateur radio call sign?
  • VA3RAC (100% chose this)
  • SM2CAN (0% chose this)
  • KA9OLS (0% chose this)
  • BY7HY (0% chose this)
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What name is given to a form of interference that seriously degrades, obstructs or repeatedly interrupts a radiocommunication service?
  • Harmful interference (100% chose this)
  • Disruptive interference (0% chose this)
  • Intentional interference (0% chose this)
  • Adjacent interference (0% chose this)
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When an amateur radio station is transmitting, where must its control operator be?
  • At the station's entrance, to control entry to the room (0% chose this)
  • At the station's control point (100% chose this)
  • Anywhere within 50 km of the station location (0% chose this)
  • Anywhere in the same building as the transmitter (0% chose this)
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Ignoring other requirements regarding the installation or modification of an antenna system, what is the tallest antenna structure you could erect without public consultation?
  • 21 metres (0% chose this)
  • 15 metres (0% chose this)
  • 10 metres (0% chose this)
  • The tallest exempted by the land-use authority or Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
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Amateur radio operations are NOT protected from interference caused by another service operating in which of the following frequency bands?
  • 902 MHz to 928 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 222 MHz to 225 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 144 MHz to 148 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 50 MHz to 54 MHz (0% chose this)
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Which of the following is NOT correct? The Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry may suspend an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate:
  • where the holder has contravened the Radiocommunication Act, its regulations, or the terms and conditions of the certificate (0% chose this)
  • with no notice, or opportunity to make representations thereto (100% chose this)
  • where the holder has failed to comply with a request to pay fees or interest due (0% chose this)
  • where the certificate was obtained through misrepresentation (0% chose this)
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When is it permissible to use amateur radio equipment, with or without modification, to transmit outside amateur radio bands?
  • When the control operator holds an Advanced Qualification (0% chose this)
  • When transmissions are limited to licence-exempt frequencies (0% chose this)
  • When the operator already owns licensed equipment for such frequencies (0% chose this)
  • Never, amateur radio equipment is not certified for operation outside amateur radio bands (100% chose this)
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What minimum qualifications must an amateur radio operator hold to install or operate a transmitter or RF amplifier that is neither professionally designed nor commercially manufactured for use in the amateur radio service?
  • Basic and Advanced (100% chose this)
  • Basic, Advanced and Morse code (0% chose this)
  • Basic with Honours (0% chose this)
  • Basic and Morse code (0% chose this)
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For SSB operation on 3750 kHz, what is the maximum transmitter peak envelope power (PEP) that an amateur radio station may use if the operator holds an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic and Morse code qualifications?
  • 1000 watts (0% chose this)
  • 560 watts (100% chose this)
  • 2250 watts (0% chose this)
  • 1500 watts (0% chose this)
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What is the frequency range of the 10-metre amateur radio band in Canada?
  • 21.000 MHz to 21.450 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 24.890 MHz to 24.990 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 28.000 MHz to 29.700 MHz (100% chose this)
  • 50.000 MHz to 54.000 MHz (0% chose this)
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Which of the following topics is prohibited on an amateur radio club net?
  • Recreation planning (0% chose this)
  • Business planning (100% chose this)
  • Emergency planning (0% chose this)
  • Code practice planning (0% chose this)
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The call sign of a Canadian amateur radio station would normally start with the letters:
  • VA, VE, VO or VY (100% chose this)
  • GA, GE, MO or VQ (0% chose this)
  • A, K, N or W (0% chose this)
  • EA, EI, RO or UY (0% chose this)
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If an amateur radio operator wants to install or modify an antenna system and the local land-use authority has no approval process, what must the amateur radio operator do?
  • Develop their own public consultation process (0% chose this)
  • Wait for the land-use authority to develop its own public consultation process (0% chose this)
  • Follow the default public consultation process outlined by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
  • Proceed without public consultation (0% chose this)
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Which of these statements about the installation or modification of an antenna structure is NOT correct?
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada expects amateur radio operators to address community concerns in a responsible manner (0% chose this)
  • An amateur radio operator may erect any size antenna structure without consulting neighbours or the local land-use authority (100% chose this)
  • Prior to an installation, for which community concerns could be raised, amateur radio operators may be required to consult with their land-use authority (0% chose this)
  • An amateur radio operator must follow Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's antenna siting procedures (0% chose this)
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Which of these amateur radio bands may be heavily occupied by licence-exempt devices?
  • 135.7 kHz to 137.8 kHz (0% chose this)
  • 3.5 MHz to 4.0 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 430 MHz to 450 MHz (0% chose this)
  • 902 MHz to 928 MHz (100% chose this)
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Transmitting a false or fraudulent distress signal or message is prohibited. The person found guilty is liable to what penalty?
  • A fine of $10 000 (0% chose this)
  • A fine not exceeding $1 000 (0% chose this)
  • A prison term of two years (0% chose this)
  • A fine, not exceeding $5 000, or a prison term not exceeding one year, or both (100% chose this)
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What transmitter power should Canadian amateur radio operators use at all times?
  • 560 watts DC input (0% chose this)
  • 400 watts PEP output (0% chose this)
  • The minimum legal power necessary to communicate (100% chose this)
  • 560 watts PEP output (0% chose this)
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Under what circumstances may the operator of an amateur radio station conduct test transmissions?
  • When transmitting in designated sub-bands (0% chose this)
  • When the transmission will not cause interference to stations in the amateur radio service or other services (100% chose this)
  • After warning other stations who might be interfered with (0% chose this)
  • Only between the hours of midnight and 8:00 AM (0% chose this)
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How old must you be to hold an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification?
  • 14 years or older (0% chose this)
  • 18 years or older (0% chose this)
  • 70 years or younger (0% chose this)
  • There are no age limits (100% chose this)
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What language may you use when identifying your station?
  • Any language of a country that is a member of the International Telecommunication Union (0% chose this)
  • Any language being used for a contact, providing Canada has a third-party communications agreement with that country (0% chose this)
  • English or French (100% chose this)
  • Any language being used for a contact (0% chose this)
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What sending and receiving speed, in words per minute (wpm), must you achieve to be granted the Morse code Qualification?
  • 5 wpm (100% chose this)
  • 7 wpm (0% chose this)
  • 12 wpm (0% chose this)
  • 15 wpm (0% chose this)
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In which region of the International Telecommunication Union are Europe and Africa located?
  • Region 1 (100% chose this)
  • Region 2 (0% chose this)
  • Region 4 (0% chose this)
  • Region 3 (0% chose this)
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Which type of station may transmit one-way communications?
  • HF station (0% chose this)
  • Repeater station (0% chose this)
  • Beacon station (100% chose this)
  • VHF station (0% chose this)
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During relief operations in the days following a disaster, when may you use your amateur radio equipment to communicate on frequencies outside amateur radio bands?
  • When messages are destined to agencies without amateur radio support (0% chose this)
  • When relaying messages on behalf of government agencies (0% chose this)
  • Using frequencies outside amateur radio bands is never permitted (100% chose this)
  • When normal communication systems are overloaded, damaged or disrupted (0% chose this)
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What rule applies if two amateur radio operators want to use the same frequency?
  • The station operator with a lesser qualification must yield the frequency to an operator of higher qualification (0% chose this)
  • Both station operators have an equal right to operate on the frequency (100% chose this)
  • Station operators in regions 1 and 3 of the International Telecommunication Union must yield the frequency to stations in region 2 (0% chose this)
  • The station operator with a lower power output must yield the frequency to the station with a higher power output (0% chose this)
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An unmodulated carrier may be transmitted only:
  • for holding a frequency until a net begins (0% chose this)
  • if the final RF amplifier output is kept under 5 watts (0% chose this)
  • for brief tests on frequencies below 30 MHz (100% chose this)
  • for CW communication (0% chose this)
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Which government document states the offences and penalties relating to radiocommunications?
  • The Radiocommunication Act (100% chose this)
  • The Radio Systems Policies (0% chose this)
  • The Radiocommunications Regulations (0% chose this)
  • The Broadcasting Act (0% chose this)
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What identification, if any, is required when two amateur radio stations end communications?
  • No identification is required (0% chose this)
  • Both stations must transmit both call signs (0% chose this)
  • One of the stations must transmit both stations' call signs (0% chose this)
  • Each station must transmit its own call sign (100% chose this)
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Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
  • A candidate who fails a written examination due to not usually speaking English or French may be given an oral examination (0% chose this)
  • A candidate with insufficient knowledge of English or French may be accompanied by an interpreter (100% chose this)
  • An examiner may request medical evidence from a practising medical physician before accommodating testing (0% chose this)
  • A candidate who fails a written examination for lack of reading skills may be given an oral examination (0% chose this)
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What is the term in the regulations that defines if an amateur radio operator falsely transmits the word "MAYDAY" when there isn't an emergency?
  • An emergency test transmission (0% chose this)
  • An encrypted message (0% chose this)
  • A privileged communication (0% chose this)
  • A false or fraudulent message (100% chose this)
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The call sign of an amateur radio station must be transmitted:
  • at intervals not greater than three minutes when using voice communications (0% chose this)
  • at the beginning and at the end of each contact and at intervals not greater than 30 minutes (100% chose this)
  • when requested to do so by the station being called (0% chose this)
  • at intervals not greater than ten minutes when using digital modes (0% chose this)
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An amateur radio operator in distress may:
  • use any means of radiocommunication (100% chose this)
  • only use bands for which the operator is authorized (0% chose this)
  • only use Morse code communications on internationally recognized emergency channels (0% chose this)
  • use any means of radiocommunication, but only on internationally recognized emergency channels (0% chose this)
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A radio inspector asks to see your Amateur Radio Operator Certificate, or a copy thereof. Per the regulations, how many hours are you given to comply?
  • 12 (0% chose this)
  • 72 (0% chose this)
  • 24 (0% chose this)
  • 48 (100% chose this)
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Interfering with, or obstructing any radio communication, without lawful cause, is prohibited. The person found guilty is liable to what penalty?
  • A fine, not exceeding $5 000, or a prison term not exceeding one year, or both (100% chose this)
  • A fine not exceeding $1 000 (0% chose this)
  • A prison term of two years (0% chose this)
  • A fine of $10 000 (0% chose this)
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Canadian amateur radio operators must comply with the Radiocommunication Act and Radiocommunication Regulations. What other organization issues radio regulations that Canadian amateur radio operators must comply with?
  • Provincial or territorial government communications department (0% chose this)
  • International Amateur Radio Union (0% chose this)
  • Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) (0% chose this)
  • International Telecommunication Union (100% chose this)
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When is an amateur radio operator permitted to transmit false information?
  • Transmitting false information is never permitted (100% chose this)
  • To conceal their identity when responding to inappropriate on-air conduct (0% chose this)
  • To exaggerate the scope of an emergency to obtain help more rapidly (0% chose this)
  • To play a practical joke, for example, giving incorrect location of an amateur radio event (0% chose this)
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Which department is responsible for the administration of the Radiocommunication Act?
  • National Defence (0% chose this)
  • Communications Security Establishment Canada (0% chose this)
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (100% chose this)
  • Transport Canada (0% chose this)
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