TACTICAL COMMUNICATION CBT POST TEST QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS 2026
Prior to leaving the network, what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWERS -Transmit a Call to the
NSC and request permission to exit
The communication standard format has three major parts; what are the three parts? -
CORRECT ANSWERS -Heading, Text, Ending
Why would you turn the function knob from the OFF position to the F position on a AN/PRC-
152A radio? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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. - CORRECT ANSWERS -False
What is a VAA base station? - CORRECT ANSWERS -Vehicle Adapter Amplifier
What is needed to enter/load an encryption key on an AN/PRC-152A radio? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -Key Fill Device
What Personal Protective Equipment should Airmen use when erection the antenna? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -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________. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Built-In Test (BIT)
How many sections are displayed on the AN?PRC-163's main screen of the Liquid Crystal
Display? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -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 - CORRECT ANSWERS -PRESET CONFIG
Which indicator shows the radio is receiving a message and the strength of the incoming signal?
- CORRECT ANSWERS -The RX/TX Power Indicator
If you erect the AT420 antenna near power lines, the base of the antenna must always be at
least _______. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Two times the height away
The AN/PRC-163 System Preset Selector Buttons located on the top left-hand side are
preprogrammed for _________. - CORRECT ANSWERS -RT2
What message precedence is used for situations that affect the security of friendly forces or
populace? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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. - CORRECT
ANSWERS -True
The multiband handheld radio Power Amplifier supplies additional _______ for increased range
and link reliability. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Radio frequency
Never transmit messages within _______ of UXO when using a vehicle mounted radio. -
CORRECT ANSWERS -100 feet
CORRECT ANSWERS 2026
Prior to leaving the network, what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWERS -Transmit a Call to the
NSC and request permission to exit
The communication standard format has three major parts; what are the three parts? -
CORRECT ANSWERS -Heading, Text, Ending
Why would you turn the function knob from the OFF position to the F position on a AN/PRC-
152A radio? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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. - CORRECT ANSWERS -False
What is a VAA base station? - CORRECT ANSWERS -Vehicle Adapter Amplifier
What is needed to enter/load an encryption key on an AN/PRC-152A radio? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -Key Fill Device
What Personal Protective Equipment should Airmen use when erection the antenna? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -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________. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Built-In Test (BIT)
How many sections are displayed on the AN?PRC-163's main screen of the Liquid Crystal
Display? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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? - CORRECT
ANSWERS -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 - CORRECT ANSWERS -PRESET CONFIG
Which indicator shows the radio is receiving a message and the strength of the incoming signal?
- CORRECT ANSWERS -The RX/TX Power Indicator
If you erect the AT420 antenna near power lines, the base of the antenna must always be at
least _______. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Two times the height away
The AN/PRC-163 System Preset Selector Buttons located on the top left-hand side are
preprogrammed for _________. - CORRECT ANSWERS -RT2
What message precedence is used for situations that affect the security of friendly forces or
populace? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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. - CORRECT
ANSWERS -True
The multiband handheld radio Power Amplifier supplies additional _______ for increased range
and link reliability. - CORRECT ANSWERS -Radio frequency
Never transmit messages within _______ of UXO when using a vehicle mounted radio. -
CORRECT ANSWERS -100 feet
