T3B08: What frequency range is referred to as VHF

Q: What frequency range is referred to as VHF?

The correct answer is B: 30 MHz to 300 MHz. The correct answer is B: 30 MHz to 300 MHz. VHF (Very High Frequency) refers to the frequency range from 30 MHz to 300 MHz. This includes popular amateur bands like 6 meters (50-54 MHz), 2 meters (144-148 MHz), and 1.25 meters (222-225 MHz). VHF frequencies are above HF (High Frequency, 3-30 MHz) and below UHF (Ultra High Frequency, 300-3000 MHz). VHF signals typically provide good local and regional communications, with some long-distance propagation possible under certain conditions (like sporadic-E, tropospheric ducting, or meteor scatter). VHF is where most Technician licensees do much of their operating.

Updated: Dec 9, 2025 | Source: 2022-2026 Question Pool | Topic: T3B

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What frequency range is referred to as VHF?

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Deep Dive: T3B08

The correct answer is B: 30 MHz to 300 MHz. VHF (Very High Frequency) refers to the frequency range from 30 MHz to 300 MHz. This includes popular amateur bands like 6 meters (50-54 MHz), 2 meters (144-148 MHz), and 1.25 meters (222-225 MHz). VHF frequencies are above HF (High Frequency, 3-30 MHz) and below UHF (Ultra High Frequency, 300-3000 MHz). VHF signals typically provide good local and regional communications, with some long-distance propagation possible under certain conditions (like sporadic-E, tropospheric ducting, or meteor scatter). VHF is where most Technician licensees do much of their operating.

Why Other Answers Are Wrong

Option A: Incorrect. 30-300 kHz is in the LF (Low Frequency) range, not VHF. VHF is much higher. Option C: Incorrect. 300-3000 kHz is in the MF (Medium Frequency) and lower HF range, not VHF. Option D: Incorrect. 300-3000 MHz is UHF (Ultra High Frequency), not VHF. VHF is 30-300 MHz.

Exam Tip

VHF = 30-300 MHz. Remember: VHF (Very High Frequency) is 30 MHz to 300 MHz. This includes 6 meters, 2 meters, and 1.25 meters.

Memory Aid

**V**HF = **3**0-**3**00 **M**Hz (think 'VHF = 30-300 MHz')

Real-World Example

You're operating on 146.52 MHz, which is in the 2-meter band. This frequency is within the VHF range (30-300 MHz). Your 2-meter radio operates in the VHF spectrum, which provides good local communications and some extended-range possibilities through various propagation modes.

Source & Coverage

Question Pool: 2022-2026 Question Pool

Subelement: T3B

Reference: FCC Part 97.303

Key Concepts

VHF Frequency range 30-300 MHz Amateur bands

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