Which of the following is required when participating in a contest on HF frequencies?
The correct answer is C: Identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. When participating in a contest on HF frequencies, you must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. Contest operation doesn't exempt you from identification requirements. For amateur radio operators, this means identifying at least every 10 minutes and at the end of transmission. Understanding this helps ensure legal contest operation.
Exam Tip
Contest requirement = identify according to normal FCC regulations. Think 'C'ontest = 'C'omply with 'C'ommission rules. Must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations (every 10 minutes, end of transmission). Not about submitting logs or QSL cards - just identification.
Memory Aid
"Contest requirement = identify according to normal FCC regulations. Think 'C'ontest = 'C'omply with rules. Must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. Not about logs or QSL cards - just identification."
Real-World Application
You participate in a contest on 20 meters. You must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations - at least every 10 minutes and at the end of transmission. Contest operation doesn't exempt you from identification requirements. Submitting logs and QSLing are voluntary, but identification is mandatory.
Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Incorrect. Submitting logs to contest sponsors is voluntary, not required. It's good practice but not a legal requirement.
Option B: Incorrect. Sending QSL cards isn't required - it's voluntary. Contest operation doesn't require QSLing.
Option D: Incorrect. Since A and B are not requirements, 'all of the above' cannot be correct. Only identification is required.
题目解析
The correct answer is C: Identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. When participating in a contest on HF frequencies, you must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. Contest operation doesn't exempt you from identification requirements. For amateur radio operators, this means identifying at least every 10 minutes and at the end of transmission. Understanding this helps ensure legal contest operation.
考试技巧
Contest requirement = identify according to normal FCC regulations. Think 'C'ontest = 'C'omply with 'C'ommission rules. Must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations (every 10 minutes, end of transmission). Not about submitting logs or QSL cards - just identification.
记忆口诀
Contest requirement = identify according to normal FCC regulations. Think 'C'ontest = 'C'omply with rules. Must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations. Not about logs or QSL cards - just identification.
实际应用示例
You participate in a contest on 20 meters. You must identify your station according to normal FCC regulations - at least every 10 minutes and at the end of transmission. Contest operation doesn't exempt you from identification requirements. Submitting logs and QSLing are voluntary, but identification is mandatory.
错误选项分析
Option A: Incorrect. Submitting logs to contest sponsors is voluntary, not required. It's good practice but not a legal requirement. Option B: Incorrect. Sending QSL cards isn't required - it's voluntary. Contest operation doesn't require QSLing. Option D: Incorrect. Since A and B are not requirements, 'all of the above' cannot be correct. Only identification is required.
知识点
Contest operation, Station identification, FCC regulations, Contest procedures
Verified Content
Question from official FCC General Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.