1] What is the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)?
a} An automated ship-to-shore distress alerting system using satellite and advanced terrestrial
communications systems.@@
b} An emergency radio service employing analog and manual safety apparatus.
c} An association of radio officers trained in emergency procedures.
d} The international organization charged with the safety of ocean-going vessels.
2] What authority does the Marine Radio Operator Permit confer?
a} Grants authority to operate commercial broadcast stations and repair associated equipment.
b} Allows the radio operator to maintain equipment in the Business Radio Service.
c} Confers authority to operate licensed radio stations in the Aviation, Marine and
International Fixed Public Radio Services.@@
d} The non-transferable right to install, operate and maintain any type-accepted radio
transmitter.
3] Which of the following persons are ineligible to be issued a commercial radio operator
license?
a} Individuals who are unable to send and receive correctly by telephone spoken messages in
English.@@
b} Handicapped persons with uncorrected disabilities which affect their ability to perform all
duties required of commercial radio operators.
c} Foreign maritime radio operators unless they are certified by the International Maritime
Organization (IMO).
d} U.S. Military radio operators who are still on active duty.
4] Who is required to make entries on a required service or maintenance log?
a} The licensed operator or a person whom he or she designates.
b} The operator responsible for the station operation or maintenance.@@
c} Any commercial radio operator holding at least a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator
Permit.
d} The technician who actually makes the adjustments to the equipment.
5] What is a requirement of every commercial operator on duty and in charge of a
transmitting system?
a} A copy of the Proof-of-Passing Certificate (PPC) must be on display at the transmitter
location.
b} The original license or a photocopy must be posted or in the operator's personal
possession and available for inspection.@@
c} The FCC Form 756 certifying the operator's qualifications must be readily available at the
transmitting system site.
d} A copy of the operator's license must be supplied to the radio station's supervisor as
evidence of technical qualification.
6] What is distress traffic?
a} In radiotelegraphy, SOS sent as a single character; in radiotelephony, the speaking of the
word, "Mayday."
b} Health and welfare messages concerning the immediate protection of property and safety
of human life.
c} Internationally recognized communications relating to emergency situations.
d} All messages relative to the immediate assistance required by a ship, aircraft or other
vehicle in imminent danger.@@
7] What is a maritime mobile repeater station?
a} A fixed land station used to extend the communications range of ship and coast
stations.@@
b} An automatic on-board radio station which facilitates the transmissions of safety
communications aboard ship.
c} A mobile radio station which links two or more public coast stations.
d} A one way low-power communications system used in the maneuvering of vessels.
8] What is an urgency transmission?
a} A radio distress transmission affecting the security of humans or property.
b} Health and welfare traffic which impacts the protection of on-board personnel.
c} A communications alert that important personal messages must be transmitted.
d} A communications transmission concerning the safety of a ship, aircraft or other vehicle,
or of some person on board or within sight.@@
9] What is a ship earth station?
a} A maritime mobile-satellite station located at a coast station.
b} A mobile satellite station located on board a vessel.@@
c} A communications system which provides line-of-sight communications between vessels
at sea and coast stations.
d} An automated ship-to-shore distress alerting system.
10] What is the internationally recognized urgency signal?
a} The letters "TTT" transmitted three times by radiotelegraphy.
b} Three oral repetitions of the word "safety" sent before the call.
c} The word "PAN" spoken three times before the urgent call.@@
d} The pronouncement of the word "Mayday."
11] What is a safety transmission?
a} A radiotelephony warning preceded by the words "PAN."
b} Health and welfare traffic concerning the protection of human life.
c} A communications transmission which indicates that a station is preparing to transmit an
important navigation or weather warning.@@
d} A radiotelegraphy alert preceded by the letters "XXX" sent three times.
12] What is a requirement of all marine transmitting apparatus used aboard United States
vessels?
a} Only equipment that has been type accepted by the FCC for Part 80 operations is
authorized.@@
b} Equipment must be approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for maritime mobile use.
c} Certification is required by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
d} Programming of all maritime channels must be performed by a licensed Marine Radio
Operator.
13] Where do you submit an application for inspection of a ship radio station?
a} To a Commercial Operator Licensing Examination Manager (COLE Manager).
b} To the Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC 20554.
c} To the Engineer-in-Charge of the FCC District Office nearest the proposed place of
inspection.@@
d} To the nearest International Maritime Organization (IMO) review facility.
14] What are the antenna requirements of a VHF telephony coast, marine utility or ship
station?
a} The shore or on-board antenna must be vertically polarized.@@
b} The antenna array must be type accepted for 30-200 MHz operation by the FCC.
c} The horizontally polarized antenna must be positioned so as not to cause excessive
interference to other stations.
d} The antenna must be capable of being energized by an output in excess of 100 watts.
15] What regulations govern the use and operation of FCC-licensed ship stations operating in
international waters?
a} The regulations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Radio Officers
Union.
b} Part 80 of the FCC Rules plus the international Radio Regulations and agreements to
which the United States is a party.@@
c} The Maritime Mobile Directives of the International Telecommunication Union.
d} Those of the FCC's Private Wireless Division, WTB, Washington, DC 20554.
16] Which of the following transmissions are not authorized in the Maritime Service?
a} Communications from vessels in dry dock undergoing repairs.
b} Message handling on behalf of third parties for which a charge is rendered.
c} Needless or superfluous radiocommunications.@@
d} Transmissions to test the operating performance of on-board station equipment.
17] What are the highest priority communications from ships at sea?
a} All critical message traffic authorized by the ship's master.
b} Navigation and meteorological warnings.
c} Distress calls, and communications preceded by the international urgency and safety
signals.@@
d} Authorized government communications for which priority right has been claimed.
18] What is the best way for a radio operator to minimize or prevent interference to other
stations?
a} By using an omni-directional antenna pointed away from other stations.
b} Reducing power to a level that will not affect other on-frequency communications.
c} By changing frequency when notified that a radiocommunication causes interference.
d} Determine that a frequency is not in use by monitoring the frequency before
transmitting.@@
19] Under what circumstances may a ship or aircraft station interfere with a public coast
station?
a} Under no circumstances during on-going radiocommunications.
b} During periods of government priority traffic handling.
c} When it is necessary to transmit a message concerning the safety of navigation or
important meteorological warnings.
d} In cases of distress.@@
20] Who determines when a ship station may transmit routine traffic destined for a coast or
Government station in the maritime mobile service?
a} Shipboard radio officers may transmit traffic when it will not interfere with on-going
radiocommunications.
b} The order and time of transmission and permissible type of message traffic is decided by
the licensed on-duty operator.
c} Ship stations must comply with instructions given by the coast or Government
station.@@
d} The precedence of conventional radiocommunications is determined by FCC and
international regulation.
21] Who is responsible for payment of all charges accruing to other facilities for the handling
or forwarding of messages?
a} The licensee of the ship station transmitting the messages.@@
b} The third party for whom the message traffic was originated.
c} The master of the ship jointly with the station licensee.
d} The licensed commercial radio operator transmitting the radiocommunication.
22] Ordinarily, how often would a station using a telephony emission identify?
a} At least every 10 minutes.
b} At 15 minute intervals unless public correspondence is in progress.
c} At the beginning and end of each communication and at 15 minute intervals.@@
d} At 20 minute intervals.
23] When does a maritime radar transmitter identify its station?
a} By radiotelegraphy at the onset and termination of operation.
b} At 20 minute intervals using an automatic transmitter identification system.
c} Radar transmitters must not transmit station identification.@@
d} By a transmitter identification label (TIL) secured to the transmitter.
24] What is the general obligation of a coast or marine-utility station?
a} To accept and dispatch messages without charge which are necessary for the business and
operational needs of ships.
b} To acknowledge and receive all calls directed to it by ship or aircraft stations.@@
c} To transmit lists of call signs of all fixed and mobile stations for which they have traffic.
d} To broadcast warnings and other information for the general benefit of all mariners.
25] How does a coast station notify a ship that it has a message for the ship?
a} By making a directed transmission on 2182 kHz or 156.800 MHz.
b} The coast station changes to the vessel's known working frequency.
c} By establishing communications using the eight digit maritime mobile service
identification.
d} The coast station may transmit at intervals lists of call signs in alphabetical order for
which they have traffic.@@
26] Under what circumstances may a coast station using telephony transmit a general call to
a group of vessels?
a} Under no circumstances.
b} When announcing or preceding the transmission of distress, urgency, safety or other
important messages.@@
c} When the vessels are located in international waters beyond 12 miles.
d} When identical traffic is destined for multiple mobile stations within range.
27] Who has ultimate control of service at a ship's radio station?
a} The master of the ship.@@
b} A holder of a First Class Radiotelegraph Certificate with a six months service
endorsement.
c} The Radio Officer-in-Charge authorized by the captain of the vessel.
d} An appointed licensed radio operator who agrees to comply with all Radio Regulations in
force.
28] What is the power limitation of associated ship stations operating under the authority of
a ship station license?
a} The power level authorized to the parent ship station.
b} Associated vessels are prohibited from operating under the authority granted to another
station licensee.
c} The minimum power necessary to complete the radiocommunications.
d} Power is limited to one watt.@@
29] How is an associated vessel operating under the authority of another ship station license
identified?
a} All vessels are required to have a unique call sign issued by the Federal Communications
Commission.
b} With any station call sign self-assigned by the operator of the associated vessel.
c} By the call sign of the station with which it is connected and an appropriate unit
designator.@@
d} Client vessels use the call sign of their parent plus the appropriate ITU regional indicator.
30] On what frequency should a ship station normally call a coast station when using a
radiotelephony emission?
a} On a vacant radio channel determined by the licensed radio officer.
b} Calls should be initiated on the appropriate ship-to-shore working frequency of the coast
station.@@
c} On any calling frequency internationally approved for use within ITU Region 2.
d} On 2182 kHz or 156.800 MHz at any time.
31] On what frequency would a vessel normally call another ship station when using a
radiotelephony emission?
a} Only on 2182 kHz in ITU Region 2.
b} On the appropriate calling channel of the ship station at 15 minutes past the hour.
c} On 2182 kHz or 156.800 MHz unless the station knows the called vessel maintains a
simultaneous watch on another intership working frequency.@@
d} On the vessel's unique working radio-channel assigned by the Federal Communications
Commission.
32] What is required of a ship station which has established initial contact with another
station on 2182 kHz or 156.800 MHz?
a} The stations must check the radio channel for distress, urgency and safety calls at least
once every ten minutes.
b} The stations must change to an authorized working frequency for the transmission of
messages.@@
c} Radiated power must be minimized so as not to interfere with other stations needing to
use the channel.
d} To expedite safety communications, the vessels must observe radio silence for two out of
every fifteen minutes.
33] What type of communications may be exchanged by radioprinter between authorized
private coast stations and ships of less than 1600 gross tons?
a} Public correspondence service may be provided on voyages of more than 24 hours.
b} All communications providing they do not exceed 3 minutes after the stations have
established contact.
c} Only those communications which concern the business and operational needs of
vessels.@@
d} There are no restrictions.
34] What are the service requirements of all ship stations?
a} Each ship station must receive and acknowledge all communications with any station in
the maritime mobile service.@@
b} Public correspondence services must be offered for any person during the hours the radio
operator is normally on duty.
c} All Ship stations must maintain watch on 500 kHz, 2182 kHz and 156.800 MHz.
d} Reserve antennas, emergency power sources and alternate communications installations
must be available.
35] When may the operator of a ship radio station allow an unlicensed person to speak over
the transmitter?
a} At no time. Only commercially licensed radio operators may modulate the transmitting
apparatus.
b} When the station power does not exceed 200 watts peak envelope power.
c} When under the supervision of the licensed operator.@@
d} During the hours that the radio officer is normally off duty.
36] What are the radio operator requirements of a cargo ship equipped with a 1000 watt
peak-envelope-power radiotelephone station?
a} The operator must hold a General Radiotelephone Operator License or higher class
license.
b} The operator must hold a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit or higher class
license.
c} The operator must hold a Marine Radio Operator Permit or higher class license.@@
d} The operator must hold a GMDSS Radio Maintainer's License.
37] What are the radio operator requirements of a small passenger ship carrying more than
six passengers equipped with a 1000 watt carrier power radiotelephone station?
a} The operator must hold a General Radiotelephone Operator or higher class license.@@
b} The operator must hold a Marine Radio Operator Permit or higher class license.
c} The operator must hold a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit or higher class
license.
d} The operator must hold a GMDSS Radio Operator's License.
38] Which commercial radio operator license is required to operate a fixed tuned ship radar
station with external controls?
a} A radio operator certificate containing a Ship Radar Endorsement.
b} A Marine Radio Operator Permit or higher.
c} Either a First or Second Class Radiotelegraph certificate or a General Radiotelephone
Operator License.
d} No radio operator authorization is required.@@
39] Which commercial radio operator license is required to install a VHF transmitter in a
voluntarily equipped ship station?
a} A Marine Radio Operator Permit or higher class of license.
b} None, if installed by, or under the supervision of, the licensee of the ship station and no
modifications are made to any circuits.@@
c} A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit or higher class of license.
d} A General Radiotelephone Operator License.
40] What transmitting equipment is authorized for use by a station in the maritime services?
a} Transmitters that have been certified by the manufacturer for maritime use.
b} Unless specifically excepted, only transmitters type accepted by the Federal
Communications Commission for Part 80 operations.@@
c} Equipment that has been inspected and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.
d} Transceivers and transmitters that meet all ITU specifications for use in maritime mobile
service.
41] What is the Communication Act's definition of a "passenger ship"?
a} Any ship which is used primarily in commerce for transporting persons to and from
harbors or ports.
b} A vessel that carries or is licensed or certificated to carry more than 12 passengers.@@
c} Any ship transporting more than six passengers for hire.
d} A vessel of any nation that has been inspected and approved as a passenger carrying
vessel.
42] What is a distress communication?
a} An internationally recognized communication indicating that the sender is threatened by
grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance.@@
b} Communications indicating that the calling station has a very urgent message concerning
safety.
c} Radiocommunications which, if delayed, will adversely affect the safety of life or
property.
d} An official radiocommunications notification of approaching navigational or
meteorological hazards.
43] Who may be granted a ship station license in the maritime service?
a} Anyone, including foreign governments.
b} Only FCC licensed operators holding a First or Second Class Radiotelegraph Operator's
Certificate or the General Radiotelephone Operator License.
c} Vessels that have been inspected and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and Federal
Communications Commission.
d} The owner or operator of a vessel, or their subsidiaries.@@
44] Who is responsible for the proper maintenance of station logs?
a} The station licensee and the radio operator in charge of the station.@@
b} The station licensee.
c} The commercially licensed radio operator in charge of the station.
d} The ship's master and the station licensee.
45] How long should station logs be retained when there are entries relating to distress or
disaster situations?
a} Until authorized by the Commission in writing to destroy them.
b} Indefinitely, or until destruction is specifically authorized by the U.S. Coast Guard.
c} For a period of three years from the date of entry unless notified by the FCC.@@
d} For a period of one year from the date of entry.
46] Where must ship station logs be kept during a voyage?
a} At the principal radiotelephone operating position.@@
b} They must be secured in the vessel's strongbox for safekeeping.
c} In the personal custody of the licensed commercial radio operator.
d} All logs are turned over to the ship's master when the radio operator goes off duty.
47] What is the antenna requirement of a radiotelephone installation aboard a passenger
vessel?
a} The antenna must be located a minimum of 15 meters from the radiotelegraph antenna.
b} An emergency reserve antenna system must be provided for communications on 156.8
MHz.
c} The antenna must be vertically polarized and as non-directional and efficient as is
practicable for the transmission and reception of ground waves over seawater.@@
d} All antennas must be tested and the operational results logged at least once during each
voyage.
48] Where must the principal radiotelephone operating position be installed in a ship station?
a} At the principal radio operating position of the vessel.
b} In the room or an adjoining room from which the ship is normally steered while at
sea.@@
c} In the chart room, master's quarters or wheel house.
d} At the level of the main wheel house or at least one deck above the ship's main deck.
49] What are the technical requirements of a VHF antenna system aboard a vessel?
a} The antenna must provide an amplification factor of at least 2.1 dbi.
b} The antenna must be vertically polarized and non-directional.@@
c} The antenna must be capable of radiating a signal a minimum of 150 nautical miles on
156.8 MHz.
d} The antenna must be constructed of corrosion-proof aluminum and capable of proper
operation during an emergency.
50] How often must the radiotelephone installation aboard a small passenger boat be
inspected?
a} Equipment inspections are required at least once every 12 months.
b} When the vessel is first placed in service and every 2 years thereafter.
c} At least once every five years.@@
d} A minimum of every 3 years, and when the ship is within 75 statute miles of an FCC
field office.
51] How far from land may a small passenger vessel operate when equipped only with a
VHF radiotelephone installation?
a} No more than 20 nautical miles from the nearest land if within the range of a VHF public
coast or U.S. Coast Guard station.@@
b} No more than 100 nautical miles from the nearest land.
c} No more than 20 nautical miles unless equipped with a reserve power supply.
d} The vessel must remain within the communications range of the nearest coast station at
all times.
52] What is the minimum transmitter power level required by the FCC for a medium
frequency transmitter aboard a compulsorily fitted vessel?
a} At least 100 watts single side band suppressed carrier power.
b} At least 60 watts PEP.@@
c} The power predictably needed to communicate with the nearest public coast station
operating on 2182 kHz.
d} At least 25 watts delivered into 50 ohms effective resistance when operated with a
primary voltage of 13.6 volts DC.
53] What is a Class "A" EPIRB?
a} An alerting device notifying mariners of imminent danger.
b} A satellite-based maritime distress and safety alerting system.
c} An automatic, battery-operated emergency position indicating radiobeacon that floats free
of a sinking ship.@@
d} A high efficiency audio amplifier.
54] What are the radio watch requirements of a voluntary ship?
a} While licensees are not required to operate the ship radio station, general purpose watches
must be maintained if they do.@@
b} Radio watches must be maintained on 500 kHz, 2182 kHz and 156.800 MHz, but no
station logs are required.
c} Radio watches are optional but logs must be maintained of all medium, high frequency
and VHF radio operation.
d} Radio watches must be maintained on the 156-158 MHz, 1600-4000 KHz and 4000-23000
kHz bands.
55] What is the Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System?
a} A voluntary organization of mariners who maintain radio watch on 500 kHz, 2182 kHz
and 156.800 MHz.
b} An international system operated by the Coast Guard providing coordination of search and
rescue efforts.@@
c} A coordinated radio direction finding effort between the Federal Communications
Commission and U.S. Coast Guard to assist ships in distress.
d} A satellite-based distress and safety alerting program operated by the U.S. Coast Guard.
56] What is a bridge-to-bridge station?
a} An internal communications system linking the wheel house with the ship's primary radio
operating position and other integral ship control points.
b} A inland waterways and coastal radio station serving ship stations operating within the
United States.
c} A portable ship station necessary to eliminate frequent application to operate a ship station
on board different vessels.
d} A VHF radio station located on a ship's navigational bridge or main control station that is
used only for navigational communications.@@
57] Which of the following statements is true as to ships subject to the Safety Convention?
a} A cargo ship participates in international commerce by transporting goods between
harbors.
b} Passenger ships carry six or more passengers for hire as opposed to transporting
merchandise.
c} A cargo ship is any ship that is not licensed or certificated to carry more than 12
passengers.@@
d} Cargo ships are FCC inspected on an annual basis while passenger ships undergo U.S.
Coast Guard inspections every six months.
58] What is a "passenger carrying vessel" when used in reference to the Great Lakes Radio
Agreement?
a} A vessel that is licensed or certificated to carry more than twelve passengers.
b} Any ship carrying more than six passengers for hire.@@
c} Any ship, the principal purpose of which is to ferry persons on the Great Lakes and other
inland waterways.
d} A ship which is used primarily for transporting persons and goods to and from domestic
harbors or ports.
59] How do the FCC's Rules define a power-driven vessel?
a} A ship that is not manually propelled or under sail.
b} Any ship propelled by machinery.@@
c} A watercraft containing a motor with a power rating of at least 3 HP.
d} A vessel moved by mechanical equipment at a rate of 5 knots or more.
60] How do the rules define "navigational communications"?
a} Safety communications pertaining to the maneuvering or directing of vessels
movements.@@
b} Important communications concerning the routing of vessels during periods of
meteorological crisis.
c} Telecommunications pertaining to the guidance of maritime vessels in hazardous waters.
d} Radio signals consisting of weather, sea conditions, notices to mariners and potential
dangers.
61] What traffic management service is operated by the U.S. Coast Guard in certain
designated water areas to prevent ship collisions, groundings and environmental harm?
a} Water safety management bureau (WSMB).
b} Vessel traffic service (VTS).@@
c} Ship movement and safety agency (SMSA).
d} Interdepartmental harbor and port patrol (IHPP).
62] What action must be taken by the owner or operator of a vessel who changes its name?
a} A Request for Ship License Modification (RSLM) must be submitted to the FCC's
licensing facility.
b} The Engineer-in-Charge of the nearest FCC field office must be informed.
c} The Federal Communications Commission in Gettysburg, PA, must be notified in
writing.@@
d} Written confirmation must be obtained from the U.S. Coast Guard.
63] When may a shipboard radio operator make a transmission in the maritime services not
addressed to a particular station or stations?
a} General CQ calls may only be made when the operator is off duty and another operator is
on watch.
b} Only during the transmission of distress, urgency or safety signals or messages, or to test
the station.@@
c} Only when specifically authorized by the master of the ship.
d} When the radio officer is more than 12 miles from shore and the nearest ship or coast
station is unknown.
64] What is the order of priority of radiotelephone communications in the maritime services?
a} Distress calls and signals, followed by communications preceded by urgency and safety
signals.@@
b} Alarm, radio-direction finding, and health and welfare communications.
c} Navigation hazards, meteorological warnings, priority traffic
d} Government precedence, messages concerning safety of life and protection of property
and traffic concerning grave and imminent danger.
65] What should a station operator do before making a transmission?
a} Transmit a general notification that the operator wishes to utilize the channel.
b} Except for the transmission of distress calls, determine that the frequency is not in use by
monitoring the frequency before transmitting.@@
c} Check transmitting equipment to be certain it is properly calibrated.
d} Ask if the frequency is in use.
66] What is the proper procedure for testing a radiotelephone installation?
a} Transmit the station's call sign, followed by the word "test" on the radio channel being
used for the test.@@
b} A dummy antenna must be used to insure the test will not interfere with ongoing
communications.
c} Permission for the voice test must be requested and received from the nearest public coast
station.
d} Short tests must be confined to a single working frequency and must never be conduct
67] What is the minimum radio operator requirement for ships subject to the Great Lakes
Radio Agreement?
a} Third Class Radiotelegraph Operator's Certificate.
b} General Radiotelephone Operator License.
c} Marine Radio Operator Permit.@@
d} Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
68] What FCC authorization is required to operate a VHF transmitter on board a vessel
voluntarily equipped with radio and sailing on a domestic voyage?
a} No radio operator license or permit is required.@@
b} Marine Radio Operator Permit.
c} Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
d} General Radiotelephone Operator License.
69] On what frequencies does the Communications Act require radio watches by compulsory
radiotelephone stations?
a} Watches are required on 500 kHz and 2182 kHz.
b} Continuous watch is required on 2182 kHz only.
c} On all frequencies between 405-535 kHz, 1605-3500 kHz and 156-162 MHz.
d} Watches are required on 2182 kHz and 156.800 MHz.@@
70] What is the purpose of the international radiotelephone alarm signal?
a} To notify nearby ships of the loss of a person or persons overboard.
b} To call attention to the upcoming transmission of an important meteorological warning.
c} To alert radio officers monitoring watch frequencies of a forthcoming distress, urgency or
safety message.
d} To actuate automatic devices giving an aural alarm to attract the attention of the operator
where there is no listening watch on the distress frequency.@@
71] What is the proper procedure for making a correction in the station log?
a} The ship's master must be notified, approve and initial all changes to the station log.
b} The mistake may be erased and the correction made and initialled only by the radio
operator making the original error.
c} The original person making the entry must strike out the error, initial the correction and
indicate the date of correction.@@
d} Rewrite the new entry in its entirety directly below the incorrect notation and initial the
change.
72] What authorization is required to operate a 350 watt PEP maritime voice station on
frequencies below 30 MHz aboard a small non-commercial pleasure vessel?
a} Third Class Radiotelegraph Operator's Certificate.
b} General Radiotelephone Operator License.
c} Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.@@
d} Marine Radio Operator Permit.
73] What is selective calling?
a} A coded transmission directed to a particular ship station.@@
b} A radiotelephony communication directed at a particular ship station.
c} An electronic device which uses a discriminator circuit to filter out unwanted signals.
d} A telegraphy transmission directed only to another specific radiotelegraph station.
74] In the International Phonetic Alphabet, the letters D, N, and O are represented by the
words:
a} Delta, November, Oscar.@@
b} Denmark, Neptune, Oscar.
c} December, Nebraska, Olive.
d} Delta, Neptune, Olive.
75] When is it legal to transmit high power on channel 13?
a} Failure of vessel being called to respond.
b} In a blind situation such as rounding a bend in a river.
c} During an emergency.
d} All of these.@@
76] What must be in operation when no operator is standing watch on a compulsory radio
equipped vessel while out at sea?
a} An auto alarm.@@
b} Indicating Radio Beacon signals.
c} Distress-Alert signal device.
d} Radiotelegraph transceiver set to 2182 kHz.
77] When may a bridge-to-bridge transmission be more than 1 watt?
a} When broadcasting a distress message.
b} When rounding a bend in a river or traveling in a blind spot.
c} When calling the Coast Guard.
d} When broadcasting a distress message and rounding a bend ina river or traveling in a
blind spot.@@
78] When are EPIRB batteries changed?
a} After emergency use; after battery life expires.
b} After emergency use; as per manufacturers instructions marked on outside of transmitter
with month and year replacement date.@@
c} After emergency use; every 12 months when not used.
d} Whenever voltage drops to less than 50% of full charge.
79] The radiotelephone distress message consists of:
a} MAYDAY spoken three times, call sign and name of vessel in distress.
b} Particulars of its position, latitude and longitude, and other information which might
facilitate rescue, such as length, color and type of vessel, number of persons on board.
c} Nature of distress and kind of assistance desired.
d} All of these.@@
80] If a ship sinks, what device is designed to float free of the mother ship, is turned on
automatically and transmits a distress signal?
a} EPIRB on 121.5 MHz/243 MHz or 406.025 MHz.@@
b} EPIRB on 2182 kHz and 405.025 kHz.
c} Bridge-to-bridge transmitter on 2182 kHz.
d} Auto alarm keyer on any frequency.
81] International laws and regulations require a silent period on 2182 kHz:
a} For three minutes immediately after the hour.
b} For three minutes immediately after the half-hour.
c} For the first minute of every quarter-hour.
d} For three minutes immeidately after the hour and the half-hour.@@
82] How should the 2182 kHz auto-alarm be tested?
a} On a different frequency into antenna.
b} On a different frequency into dummy load.@@
c} On 2182 KHz into antenna.
d} Only under U.S. Coast Guard authorization.
83] What is the average range of VHF marine transmissions?
a} 150 miles.
b} 50 miles.
c} 20 miles.@@
d} 10 miles.
84] A ship station using VHF bridge-to-bridge Channel 13:
a} May be identified by call sign and country of origin.
b} Must be identified by call sign and name of vessel.
c} May be identified by the name of the ship in lieu of call sign.@@
d} Does not need to identify itself within 100 miles from shore.
85] When using a SSB station on 2182 kHz or VHF-FM on Channel 16:
a} Preliminary call must not exceed 30 seconds.
b} If contact is not made, you must wait at least 2 minutes before repeating the call.
c} Once contact is established you must switch to a working frequency.
d} All of these.@@
86] By international agreement which ships must carry radio equipment for the safety of life
at sea?
a} Cargo ships of more than 300 gross tons and vessels carrying more than 12
passengers.@@
b} All ships traveling more than 100 miles out to sea.
c} Cargo ships of more than 100 gross tons and passenger vessels on international deep-sea
voyages.
d} All cargo ships of more than 100 gross tons.
87] What is the most important practice that a radio operator must learn?
a} Monitor the channel before transmitting.@@
b} Operate with lowest power necessary.
c} Test a radiotelephone transmitter daily.
d} Always listen to 121.5 MHz.
88] Portable ship radio transceivers operated as associated ship units:
a} Must be operated on the safety and calling frequency 156.8 MHz (Channel 16) or a VHF
intership frequency.
b} May not be used from shore without a separate license.
c} Must only communicate with the ship station with which it is associated or with
associated portable ship units.
d} All of these.@@
89] Which is a radiotelephony calling and distress frequency?
a} 500 kHz.
b} 2182 kHz.@@
c} 156.3 MHz.
d} 3113 kHz.
90] What is the priority of communications?
a} Distress, urgency, safety and radio direction finding.@@
b} Safety, distress, urgency and radio direction finding.
c} Distress, safety, radio direction finding, search and rescue.
d} Radio direction finding, distress and safety.
91] Cargo ships of 300 to 1600 gross tons should be able to transmit a minimum range of:
a} 75 miles.
b} 150 miles.@@
c} 200 miles.
d} 300 miles.
92] Radiotelephone stations required to keep logs of their transmissions must include:
a} Station, date and time.
b} Name of operator on duty.
c} Station call signs with which communication took place.
d} All of these.@@
93] Each cargo ship of the United States which is equipped with a radiotelephone station for
compliance with Part II of Title III of the Communications Act shall while being navigated
outside of a harbor or port keep a continuous and efficient watch on:
a} 2182 kHz.
b} 156.8 MHz.
c} 2182 kHz and 156.8 MHz.@@
d} Monitor all frequencies within the 2000 kHz to 27500 kHz band used for
communications.
94] What call should you transmit on channel 16 if your ship is sinking?
a} SOS three times.
b} MAYDAY three times.@@
c} PAN three times.
d} URGENCY three times.
95] Under normal circumstances, what do you do if the transmitter aboard your ship is
operating off-frequency, overmodulating or distorting?
a} Reduce to low power.
b} Stop transmitting.@@
c} Reduce audio volume level.
d} Make a notation in station operating log.
96] The urgency signal has lower priority than:
a} Direction finding.
b} Distress.@@
c} Safety.
d} Security.
97] The primary purpose of bridge-to-bridge communications is:
a} Search and rescue emergency calls only.
b} All short range transmission aboard ship.
c} Transmission of Captain's orders from the bridge.
d} Navigational communications.@@
98] What is the international VHF digital selective calling channel?
a} 2182 kHz.
b} 156.35 MHz.
c} 156.525 MHz.@@
d} 500 kHz.
99] When your transmission is ended and you expect no response, say:
a} BREAK.
b} OVER.
c} ROGER.
d} CLEAR.@@
100] When attempting to contact other vessels on Channel 16:
a} Limit calling to 30 seconds.
b} If no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling vessel again.
c} Channel 16 is used for emergency calls only.
d} Limit calling to 30 seconds and if no answer is received, wait 2 minutes before calling
vessel again.@@
101] When a message has been received and will be complied with, say:
a} MAYDAY.
b} OVER.
c} ROGER.
d} WILCO.@@
102] The FCC may suspend an operator license upon proof that the operator:
a} Has assisted another to obtain a license by fraudulent means.
b} Has willfully damaged transmitter equipment.
c} Has transmitted obscene language.
d} Any of these.@@
103] What channel must compulsorily equipped vessels monitor at all times in the open sea?
a} Channel 8, 156.4 MHz.
b} Channel 16, 156.8 MHz.@@
c} Channel 22A, 157.1 MHz.
d} Channel 6, 156.3 MHz.
104] When testing is conducted on 2182 kHz or 156.8 MHz testing should not continue for
more than ___________ in any 5 minute period.
a} 10 seconds.@@
b} 1 minute.
c} 2 minutes.
d} None of these.
105] Which VHF channel is used only for digital selective calling?
a} Channel 70.@@
b} Channel 16
c} Channel 22A.
d} Channel 6.
106] VHF ship station transmitters must have the capability of reducing carrier power to:
a} 1 watt.@@
b} 10 watts.
c} 25 watts.
d} 50 watts.
107] The system of substituting words for corresponding letters is called:
a} International code system.
b} Phonetic system.@@
c} Mnemonic system.
d} 10 codes.
108] How long should station logs be retained when there are no entries relating to distress
or disaster situations?
a} For a period of three years from the date of entry unless notified by the FCC.
b} Until authorized by the Commission in writing to destroy them.
c} Indefinitely, or until destruction is specifically authorized by the U.S. Coast Guard.
d} For a period of one year from the date of entry.@@
109] The auto alarm device for generating signals shall be:
a} Tested monthly using a dummy load.
b} Tested every three months using a dummy load.
c} Tested weekly using an dummy load.@@
d} None of these.
110] Licensed radiotelephone operators are not required on board ships for:
a} Voluntarily equipped ship stations on domestic voyages operating on VHF channels.
b} Ship radar, provided the equipment is non-tunable, pulse type magnetron and can be
operated by means of exclusively external controls.
c} Installation of a VHF transmitter in a ship station where the work is performed by or
under the immediate supervision of the licensee of the ship station.
d} Any of these.@@
111] Under what license are hand-held transceivers covered when used on board a ship at
sea?
a} The ship station license.@@
b} Under the authority of the licensed operator.
c} Walkie-talkie radios are illegal to use at sea.
d} No license is needed.
112] What should an operator do to prevent interference?
a} Turn off transmitter when not in use.
b} Monitor channel before transmitting.
c} Transmissions should be as brief as possible.
d} Monitor channel before transmitting and make transmissions as brief as possible.@@
113] Identify a ship station's radiotelephone transmissions by:
a} Country of registration.
b} Call sign.@@
c} Port of registry.
d} Name of vessel operator.
114] Maritime emergency radios should be tested:
a} Before each voyage.
b} Weekly while the ship is at sea.
c} Every 24 hours.
d} Before each voyage and weekly while the ship is at sea.@@
115] The URGENCY signal concerning the safety of a ship, aircraft or person shall be sent
only on the authority of:
a} Master of ship.
b} Person responsible for mobile station.
c} Either Master of ship or person responsible for mobile station.@@
d} An FCC licensed operator.
116] Survival craft emergency transmitter tests may NOT be made:
a} For more than 10 seconds.
b} Without using station call sign, followed by the word "test."
c} Within 5 minutes of a previous test.
d} All of these.@@
117] International laws and regulations require a silent period on 2182 kHz:
a} For three minutes immediately after the hour.
b} For three minutes immediately after the half-hour.
c} For the first minute of every quarter-hour.
d} For three minutes immediately after the hour and half-hour.@@
118] How should the 2182 kHz auto alarm be tested?
a} On a different frequency into antenna.
b} On a different frequency into dummy load.@@
c} On 2182 kHz into dummy load.
d} On 2182 kHz into antenna.
119] Each cargo ship of the United States which is equipped with a radiotelephone station
for compliance with the Safety Convention shall, while at sea:
a} Not transmit on 2182 kHz during emergency conditions.
b} Keep the radiotelephone transmitter operating at full
100% carrier power for maximum reception on 2182 KHz.
c} Reduce peak envelope power on 156.8 MHz during emergencies.
d} Keep continuous watch on 2182 kHz using a watch receiver
having a loudspeaker and auto alarm distress frequency watch receiver.@@
120] What is the procedure for testing a 2182 kHz ship radiotelephone transmitter with full
carrier power while out at sea?
a} Reduce to low power, then transmit test tone.
b} Switch transmitter to another frequency before testing.
c} Simply say: "This is (call letters) testing." If all
meters indicate normal values, it is assumed transmitter is operating properly.@@
d} It is not permitted to test on the air.
121] If your transmitter is producing spurious harmonics or is operating at a deviation from
the technical requirements of the station authorization:
a} Continue operating until returning to port.
b} Repair problem within 24 hours.
c} Cease transmission.@@
d} Reduce power immediately.
122] As an alternative to keeping watch on a working frequency in the band 1600-4000 kHz,
an operator must tune station receiver to monitor 2182 kHz:
a} At all times.@@
b} During distress calls only.
c} During daytime hours of service.
d} During the silence periods each hour.
123] An operator or maintainer must hold a General Radiotelephone Operator License to:
a} Adjust or repair FCC licensed transmitters in the aviation, maritime and international
fixed public radio services.
b} Operate voluntarily equipped ship maritime mobile or aircraft transmitters with more than
1,000 watts of peak envelope power.
c} Operate radiotelephone equipment with more than 1,500 watts of peak envelope power on
cargo ships over 300 gross tons.
d} All of these.@@
124] What is the radiotelephony calling and distress frequency?
a} 500 kHz.
b} 500R122JA.
c} 2182 kHz.@@
d} 2182R2647.
125] If a ship radio transmitter signal becomes distorted:
a} Cease operations.@@
b} Reduce transmitter power.
c} Use minimum modulation.
d} Reduce audio amplitude.
126] Tests of survival craft radio equipment, EXCEPT EPIRBs and two-way radiotelephone
equipment, must be conducted:
a} At weekly intervals while the ship is at sea.
b} Within 24 hours prior to departure when a test has not been conducted within a week of
departure.
c} At weekly intervals while the ship is at sea and within 24 hours prior to departure when a
test has not been conducted within a week of departuree.@@
d} When required by the Commission.
127] Each cargo ship of the United States which is equipped with a radiotelephone station
for compliance with Part II of Title III
of the Communications Act shall while being navigated outside of
a harbor or port keep a continuous watch on:
a} 2182 kHz.
b} 156.8 Mhz.
c} 2182 kHz and 156.8 MHz.@@
d} Cargo ships are exempt from radio watch regulations.
128] When may you test a radiotelephone transmitter on the air?
a} Between midnight and 6:00 AM local time.
b} Only when authorized by the Commission.
c} At any time as necessary to assure proper operation.@@
d} After reducing transmitter power to 1 watt.
129] What is the required daytime range of a radiotelephone station aboard a 900 ton ocean
going cargo vessel?
a} 25 miles.
b} 50 miles.
c} 150 miles.@@
d} 500 miles.
130] What do you do if the transmitter aboard your ship is operating off-frequency,
overmodulating or distorting?
a} Reduce to low power.
b} Stop transmitting.@@
c} Reduce audio volume level.
d} Make a notation in station operating log.
131] What is the authorized frequency for an on-board ship repeater for use with a mobile
transmitter operating at 467.750 MHz?
a} 457.525 MHz.@@
b} 467.775 MHz.
c} 467.800 MHz.
d} 467.825 MHz.
132] Survival craft EPIRBs are tested:
a} With a manually activated test switch.
b} With a dummy load having the equivalent impedance of the antenna affixed to the
EPIRB.
c} With radiation reduced to a level not to exceed 25 microvolts per meter.
d} All of these.@@
133] What safety signal call word is spoken three times, followed by the station call letters
spoken three times, to announce a storm warning, danger to navigation, or special aid to
navigation?
a} PAN.
b} MAYDAY.
c} SECURITY.@@
d} SAFETY.
134] When should both the call sign and the name of the ship be mentioned during
radiotelephone transmissions?
a} At all times.
b} During an emergency.@@
c} When transmitting on 2182 kHz.
d} Within 100 miles of any shore.
135] How often is the auto alarm tested?
a} During the 5-minute silent period.
b} Monthly on 121.5 MHz using a dummy load.
c} Weekly on frequencies other than the 2182 kHz distress frequency using a dummy
antenna.@@
d} Each day on 2182 kHz using a dummy antenna.
136] One nautical mile is approximately equal to how many statute miles?
a} 1.61 statute miles.
b} 1.83 statute miles.
c} 1.15 statute miles.@@
d} 1.47 statute miles.
137] A reserve power source must be able to power all radio equipment plus an emergency
light system for how long?
a} 24 hours.
b} 12 hours.
c} 8 hours.
d} 6 hours.@@
138] Frequencies used for portable communications on board ship:
a} 9300-9500 MHz.
b} 1636.5-1644 MHz.
c} 2900-3100 MHz.
d} 457.525-467.825 MHz.@@
139] In the FCC rules the frequency band from 30 to 300 MHz is also known as:
a} Very High Frequency (VHF).@@
b} Ultra High Frequency (UHF).
c} Medium Frequency (MF).
d} High Frequency (HF).
140] What channel must VHF-FM equipped vessels monitor at all times the station is
operated?
a} Channel 8; 156.4 MHz.
b} Channel 16; 156.8 MHz.@@
c} Channel 5A; 156.25 MHz.
d} Channel 1A; 156.07 MHz.
141] When testing is conducted within the 2170-2194 kHz and 156.75- 156.85 MHz. bands,
transmissions should not continue for more than ___________ in any 15 minute period.
a} 30 seconds.@@
b} 1 minute.
c} 5 minutes.
d} No limitation.
142] What emergency radio testing is required for cargo ships?
a} Tests must be conducted weekly while ship is at sea.
b} Full power carrier tests into dummy load.
c} Specific gravity check in lead acid batteries, or voltage under load for dry cell batteries.
d} All of these.@@
143] The master or owner of a vessel must apply how many days in advance for an FCC
ship inspection?
a} 60 days.
b} 30 days.
c} 3 days.@@
d} 24 hours.
144] Marine transmitters should be modulated between:
a} 75%-100%.@@
b} 70%-105%
c} 85%-100%
d} 75%-120%
145] What is a good practice when speaking into a microphone in a noisy location?
a} Overmodulation.
b} Change phase in audio circuits.
c} Increase monitor audio gain.
d} Shield microphone with hands.@@
146] When pausing briefly for station copying message to acknowledge, say:
a} BREAK.@@
b} OVER.
d} WILCO.
d} STOP.
147] Overmodulation is often caused by:
a} Turning down audio gain control.
b} Station frequency drift.
c} Weather conditions.
d} Shouting into microphone.@@
148] To indicate a response is expected, say:
a} WILCO.
b} ROGER.
c} OVER.@@
d} BREAK.
149] When all of a transmission has been received, say:
a} ATTENTION.
b} ROGER.@@
c} RECEIVED.
d} WILCO.
150] What information must be included in a DISTRESS message?
a} Name of vessel.
b} Location.
c} Type of distress and specifics of help requested.
d} All of these.@@
151] The maritime MF radiotelephone silence periods begin at _______ and_______ minutes
past the UTC hour.
a} :15 , :45.
b} :00 , :30.@@
c} :20, :40.
d} :05 , :35.
152] A marine public coast station operator may not charge a fee for what type of
communication?
a} Port Authority transmissions.
b} Storm updates.
c} Distress.@@
d} All of these.
153] Which of the following represent the first three letters of the phonetic alphabet?
a} Alpha Bravo Charlie.@@
b} Adam Baker Charlie.
c} Alpha Baker Crystal.
d} Adam Brown Chuck.
154] Two way communications with both stations operating on the same frequency is:
a} Radiotelephone.
b} Duplex.
c} Simplex.@@
d} Multiplex.
155] When a ship is sold:
a} New owner must apply for a new license.@@
b} FCC inspection of equipment is required.
c} Old license is valid until it expires.
d} Continue to operate; license automatically transfers with ownership.
156] What is the second in order of priority?
a} URGENT.@@
b} DISTRESS.
c} SAFETY.
d} MAYDAY.
157] Portable ship units, hand-helds or walkie-talkies used as an associated ship unit:
a} Must operate with 1 watt and be able to transmit on Channel 16.
b} May communicate only with the mother ship and other portable units and small boats
belonging to mother ship.
c} Must not transmit from shore or to other vessels.
d} All of these.@@
158] The HF (high frequency) band is:
a} 3 - 30 MHz.@@
b} 3 - 30 GHz.
c} 30 - 300 MHz.
d} 300 - 3000 MHz.
159] Omega operates in what frequency band?
a} Below 3 kHz.
b} 3 - 30 kHz.@@
c} 30 - 300 kHz.
d} 300 -3000 kHz.
160] Shipboard transmitters using F3E emission (FM voice) may not exceed what carrier
power?
a} 500 watts.
b} 250 watts.
c} 100 watts.
d} 25 watts.@@
161] Loran C operates in what frequency band?
a} VHF; 30 -300 MHz.
b} HF; 3 30 MHz.
c} MF; 300 - 3000 kHz.
d} LF; 30-300 kHz.@@
162] What has most priority:
a} URGENT.
b} DISTRESS.@@
c} SAFETY.
d} SECURITY.
163] When and how may Class A and B EPIRBs be tested?
a} Within the first 5 minutes of the hour; tests not to exceed 3 audible sweeps or one
second, whichever is longer.@@
b} Within first 3 minutes of hour; tests not to exceed 30 seconds.
c} Within first 1 minute of hour, test not to exceed 1 minute.
d} At any time ship is at sea.
164] When is the Silent Period on 2182 kHz, when only emergency communications may
occur?
a} One minute at the beginning of every hour and half hour.
b} At all times.
c} No designated period; silence is maintained only when a distress call is received.
d} Three minutes at the beginning of every hour and half hour.@@
165] What is the frequency range of UHF?
a} 0.3 to 3 GHz.@@
b} 0.3 to 3 MHz.
c} 3 to 30 kHz.
d} 30 to 300 MHz.
166] A room temperature of + 30.0 degrees Celsius is equivalent to how many degrees
Fahrenheit?
a} 104.
b} 83.
c} 95.
d} 86.@@
167] Atmospheric noise or static is not a great problem:
a} At frequencies below 20 MHz.
b} At frequencies below 5 MHz.
c} At frequencies above 1 MHz.
d} At frequencies above 30 MHz.@@
168] Frequencies which have substantially straight-line propagation characteristics similar to
that of light waves are:
a} Frequencies below 500 kHz.
b} Frequencies between 500 kHz and 1,000 kHz.
c} Frequencies between 1,000 kHz and 3,000 kHz.
d} Frequencies above 50,000 kHz.@@
169] In the International Phonetic Alphabet, the letters E, M, and S are represented by the
words:
a} Echo, Michigan, Sonar.
b} Equator, Mike, Sonar.
c} Echo, Mike, Sierra.@@
d} Element, Mister, Scooter.
170] What is the international radiotelephone distress call?
a} "SOS, SOS, SOS; THIS IS;" followed by the call sign of the station (repeated 3 times).
b} "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY; THIS IS;" followed by the call sign (or name, if no
call sign assigned) of the mobile station in distress, spoken three times.@@
c} For radiotelephone use, any words or message which will attract attention may be used.
d} The alternating two tone signal produced by the radiotelephone alarm signal generator.