APCO Module 10 Exam Questions &
Answers
Explain what "radio" is - ANSWERSa means of transmitting information without physical
connections between the sender and receiver.
Transmitter - ANSWERSA device capable of emitting radio signals containing voice or data.
Receiver - ANSWERSa device capable of receiving radio signals and converting them into a form
usable by human or machine.
Base Station - ANSWERSCombination transmitter and receiver used in a fixed location with a
stationary (large) antenna. Quires an outside power source.
Repeater - ANSWERSUsed to extend the effective range of communication by receiving and
repeating radio signals.
Mobile Radio - ANSWERSTransmitter and receiver mounted in a vehicle.
Portable Radio - ANSWERSTransmitter and receiver capable of completely independent
operation using an internal battery and integral antenna.
Radio Pager - ANSWERSDevice containing a receiver and a decoder that may be individually
activated, indicating the user's attention is required.
Answers
Explain what "radio" is - ANSWERSa means of transmitting information without physical
connections between the sender and receiver.
Transmitter - ANSWERSA device capable of emitting radio signals containing voice or data.
Receiver - ANSWERSa device capable of receiving radio signals and converting them into a form
usable by human or machine.
Base Station - ANSWERSCombination transmitter and receiver used in a fixed location with a
stationary (large) antenna. Quires an outside power source.
Repeater - ANSWERSUsed to extend the effective range of communication by receiving and
repeating radio signals.
Mobile Radio - ANSWERSTransmitter and receiver mounted in a vehicle.
Portable Radio - ANSWERSTransmitter and receiver capable of completely independent
operation using an internal battery and integral antenna.
Radio Pager - ANSWERSDevice containing a receiver and a decoder that may be individually
activated, indicating the user's attention is required.
