In which of the following circumstances may the control operator of an amateur station receive compensation for operating that station?
The correct answer is B: When the communication is incidental to classroom instruction at an educational institution. According to FCC Part 97.113(a)(3), amateur operators may receive compensation for operating their stations only when the communication is incidental to classroom instruction at an educational institution. This is the sole exception to the general prohibition on receiving compensation for amateur radio operations.
This exception recognizes that amateur radio can be a valuable educational tool, and instructors who use amateur radio as part of their teaching may be compensated for their teaching duties, which include operating amateur stations. However, the compensation must be for the teaching, not specifically for the radio operation. All other forms of compensation for amateur radio operations are prohibited, as amateur radio is a non-commercial service.
Exam Tip
Compensation = Classroom instruction only. Remember: The only time you can receive compensation is when operating is incidental to classroom teaching. All other compensation is prohibited.
Memory Aid
"**C**ompensation = **C**lassroom **C**ommunication (think 'C = CC' = Classroom Communication)"
Real-World Application
You're a high school teacher who teaches electronics and amateur radio as part of your curriculum. You use your amateur station to demonstrate radio principles and help students make contacts. Your salary as a teacher includes compensation for these teaching activities, which is permitted because the radio operation is incidental to classroom instruction. However, if you were paid specifically to operate your station for a commercial purpose, that would be prohibited.
FCC Part 97.113(a)(3)Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Incorrect. You cannot receive compensation for communications related to selling amateur equipment, even if it's your employer's business. This would be using amateur radio for commercial purposes.
Option C: Incorrect. You cannot receive compensation for providing information to broadcast stations, even during emergencies. Amateur radio is a non-commercial service.
Option D: Incorrect. Only option B (classroom instruction) is a valid exception. Options A and C are prohibited.
题目解析
The correct answer is B: When the communication is incidental to classroom instruction at an educational institution. According to FCC Part 97.113(a)(3), amateur operators may receive compensation for operating their stations only when the communication is incidental to classroom instruction at an educational institution. This is the sole exception to the general prohibition on receiving compensation for amateur radio operations. This exception recognizes that amateur radio can be a valuable educational tool, and instructors who use amateur radio as part of their teaching may be compensated for their teaching duties, which include operating amateur stations. However, the compensation must be for the teaching, not specifically for the radio operation. All other forms of compensation for amateur radio operations are prohibited, as amateur radio is a non-commercial service.
考试技巧
Compensation = Classroom instruction only. Remember: The only time you can receive compensation is when operating is incidental to classroom teaching. All other compensation is prohibited.
记忆口诀
**C**ompensation = **C**lassroom **C**ommunication (think 'C = CC' = Classroom Communication)
实际应用示例
You're a high school teacher who teaches electronics and amateur radio as part of your curriculum. You use your amateur station to demonstrate radio principles and help students make contacts. Your salary as a teacher includes compensation for these teaching activities, which is permitted because the radio operation is incidental to classroom instruction. However, if you were paid specifically to operate your station for a commercial purpose, that would be prohibited.
错误选项分析
Option A: Incorrect. You cannot receive compensation for communications related to selling amateur equipment, even if it's your employer's business. This would be using amateur radio for commercial purposes. Option C: Incorrect. You cannot receive compensation for providing information to broadcast stations, even during emergencies. Amateur radio is a non-commercial service. Option D: Incorrect. Only option B (classroom instruction) is a valid exception. Options A and C are prohibited.
知识点
FCC Part 97.113(a)(3), Compensation prohibition, Educational exception, Classroom instruction
Verified Content
Question from official FCC Technician Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.