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Principles of Communication: Frequency Bands MCQ

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Frequency BandsMediumQuestion 20225

Question

AM broadcast radio occupies the frequency band:
  1. A
    88–108 MHz
  2. B
    530–1710 kHz
    Correct
  3. C
    3–30 MHz
  4. D
    300 MHz – 3 GHz

Correct answer

530–1710 kHz

Explanation

AM medium-wave (MW) broadcast: 530–1710 kHz. FM broadcast: 88–108 MHz. Short-wave (HF): 3–30 MHz. Microwave: 300 MHz – 300 GHz.