T9B01:

Why is it important to have low SWR when using coaxial cable feed line?

1. To reduce television interference
2. To reduce signal loss
3. To prolong antenna life
4. All of these choices are correct

T9B02:

What is the impedance of most coaxial cables used in amateur radio installations?

1. 8 ohms
2. 50 ohms
3. 600 ohms
4. 12 ohms

T9B03:

Why is coaxial cable the most common feed line selected for amateur radio antenna systems?

1. It is easy to use and requires few special installation considerations
2. It has less loss than any other type of feed line
3. It can handle more power than any other type of feed line
4. It is less expensive than any other type of feed line

T9B04:

What is the major function of an antenna tuner (antenna coupler)?

1. It matches the antenna system impedance to the transceiver's output impedance
2. It helps a receiver automatically tune in weak stations
3. It allows an antenna to be used on both transmit and receive
4. It automatically selects the proper antenna for the frequency band being used

T9B05:

In general, what happens as the frequency of a signal passing through coaxial cable is increased?

1. The characteristic impedance decreases
2. The loss decreases
3. The characteristic impedance increases
4. The loss increases

T9B06:

Which of the following connectors is most suitable for frequencies above 400 MHz?

1. A UHF (PL-259/SO-239) connector
2. A Type N connector
3. An RS-213 connector
4. A DB-25 connector

T9B07:

Which of the following is true of PL-259 type coax connectors?

1. They are preferred for microwave operation
2. They are watertight
3. They are commonly used at HF frequencies
4. They are a bayonet type connector

T9B08:

Why should coax connectors exposed to the weather be sealed against water intrusion?

1. To prevent an increase in feed line loss
2. To prevent interference to telephones
3. To keep the jacket from becoming loose
4. All of these choices are correct

T9B09:

What can cause erratic changes in SWR readings?

1. The transmitter is being modulated
2. A loose connection in an antenna or a feed line
3. The transmitter is being over-modulated
4. Interference from other stations is distorting your signal

T9B10:

What is the electrical difference between RG-58 and RG-8 coaxial cable?

1. There is no significant difference between the two types
2. RG-58 cable has two shields
3. RG-8 cable has less loss at a given frequency
4. RG-58 cable can handle higher power levels

T9B11:

Which of the following types of feed line has the lowest loss at VHF and UHF?

1. 50-ohm flexible coax
2. Multi-conductor unbalanced cable
3. Air-insulated hard line
4. 75-ohm flexible coax