TACTICAL COMMUNICATION CBT POST
TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Prior to leaving the network, what should you do? ANSWER - Transmit a Call to the
NSC and request permission to exit
The communication standard format has three major parts; what are the three
parts? ANSWER - Heading, Text, Ending
Why would you turn the function knob from the OFF position to the F position on a
AN/PRC-152A radio? ANSWER - To use the numeric keypad to select the channel
True or False, all tactical communications equipment UTCs will contain the same
number and type of components. ANSWER - False
What is a VAA base station? ANSWER - Vehicle Adapter Amplifier
What is needed to enter/load an encryption key on an AN/PRC-152A radio?
ANSWER - Key Fill Device
What Personal Protective Equipment should Airmen use when erection the
antenna? ANSWER - Helmet, Gloves, Safety Glasses, and Safety Toe Boots
The radio's software includes an automatic test when you turn on the radio and self-
diagnosing________. ANSWER - Built-In Test (BIT)
How many sections are displayed on the AN?PRC-163's main screen of the Liquid
Crystal Display? ANSWER - 3
, To open a non-secure network, the Network Control Station (NCS) calls the group
call sign and issue an authentication challenge, what should the first user do in
response? ANSWER - Authenticate and issue a counter challenge to NCS
After selecting SYSTEM PRESETS and pressing enter what should be selected next,
before selecting Preset number 01-99 on an AN/PRC-152A radio ANSWER -
PRESET CONFIG
Which indicator shows the radio is receiving a message and the strength of the
incoming signal? ANSWER - The RX/TX Power Indicator
If you erect the AT420 antenna near power lines, the base of the antenna must
always be at least _______. ANSWER - Two times the height away
The AN/PRC-163 System Preset Selector Buttons located on the top left-hand side
are preprogrammed for _________. ANSWER - RT2
What message precedence is used for situations that affect the security of friendly
forces or populace? ANSWER - Immediate
True or False, radio transmissions may cause Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) to
detonate. Never transmit messages with hand-held radios within 8-meters or 15-
feet from UXO. ANSWER - True
The multiband handheld radio Power Amplifier supplies additional _______ for
increased range and link reliability. ANSWER - Radio frequency
Never transmit messages within _______ of UXO when using a vehicle mounted radio.
ANSWER - 100 feet
After assembling the antenna and mast, what position should the mast be extended
near the ground? ANSWER - Horizontal
TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Prior to leaving the network, what should you do? ANSWER - Transmit a Call to the
NSC and request permission to exit
The communication standard format has three major parts; what are the three
parts? ANSWER - Heading, Text, Ending
Why would you turn the function knob from the OFF position to the F position on a
AN/PRC-152A radio? ANSWER - To use the numeric keypad to select the channel
True or False, all tactical communications equipment UTCs will contain the same
number and type of components. ANSWER - False
What is a VAA base station? ANSWER - Vehicle Adapter Amplifier
What is needed to enter/load an encryption key on an AN/PRC-152A radio?
ANSWER - Key Fill Device
What Personal Protective Equipment should Airmen use when erection the
antenna? ANSWER - Helmet, Gloves, Safety Glasses, and Safety Toe Boots
The radio's software includes an automatic test when you turn on the radio and self-
diagnosing________. ANSWER - Built-In Test (BIT)
How many sections are displayed on the AN?PRC-163's main screen of the Liquid
Crystal Display? ANSWER - 3
, To open a non-secure network, the Network Control Station (NCS) calls the group
call sign and issue an authentication challenge, what should the first user do in
response? ANSWER - Authenticate and issue a counter challenge to NCS
After selecting SYSTEM PRESETS and pressing enter what should be selected next,
before selecting Preset number 01-99 on an AN/PRC-152A radio ANSWER -
PRESET CONFIG
Which indicator shows the radio is receiving a message and the strength of the
incoming signal? ANSWER - The RX/TX Power Indicator
If you erect the AT420 antenna near power lines, the base of the antenna must
always be at least _______. ANSWER - Two times the height away
The AN/PRC-163 System Preset Selector Buttons located on the top left-hand side
are preprogrammed for _________. ANSWER - RT2
What message precedence is used for situations that affect the security of friendly
forces or populace? ANSWER - Immediate
True or False, radio transmissions may cause Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) to
detonate. Never transmit messages with hand-held radios within 8-meters or 15-
feet from UXO. ANSWER - True
The multiband handheld radio Power Amplifier supplies additional _______ for
increased range and link reliability. ANSWER - Radio frequency
Never transmit messages within _______ of UXO when using a vehicle mounted radio.
ANSWER - 100 feet
After assembling the antenna and mast, what position should the mast be extended
near the ground? ANSWER - Horizontal
