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Principles of Communication: Amplitude Modulation MCQ

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Amplitude ModulationMediumQuestion 20236

Question

If carrier power is 10 kW and modulation index is 0.6, the total transmitted power is:
  1. A
    10 kW
  2. B
    11.8 kW
    Correct
  3. C
    14 kW
  4. D
    16 kW

Correct answer

11.8 kW

Explanation

Pt = Pc(1 + μ²/2) = 10(1 + 0.36/2) = 10(1 + 0.18) = 10 × 1.18 = 11.8 kW.

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