OP 1 Completion Test

What is the main reason we use combinations of letters and numbers to stand for radio channels instead of saying the actual frequencies we use a. The letters and numbers are "plain text" required by the Incident Command System b. Other people aren't supposed to know the actual frequencies we are using and we do not want them to overhear us c. The FCC requires secrecy on CAP frequencies d. The actual frequencies are different in different CAP regions but the numbers and letters remain the same

b. Other people aren't supposed to know the actual frequencies we are using and we do not want them to overhear us

CAP often uses repeaters to extend the range of VHF-FM signals because: a. They have 100 times the power of our individual radios b. They are at high points and radios a lot farther away can reach them c. Repeating the words makes it easier to hear through static d. They cost less than handheld radios

b. They are at high points and radios a lot farther away can reach them

In CAP, we do not talk about the actual frequencies our radios use for security reasons. If you have a need to know the frequencies a. You are not allowed to know them, under any circumstances b. You can be told them only after you have taken Operational Security Training (OPSEC) c. You need to apply to National Headquarters in writing d. You can find them on CAPMembers.COM

b. You can be told them only after you have taken Operational Security Training (OPSEC)

If you hear people you do not recognize using CAP radio channels or repeaters: a. Submit an interference complaint directly to National Headquarters b. Advise them via radio that they are improperly using CAP frequencies and ask them to leave the channel c. Do not interfere, but be prepared to assist them, if requested d. Initiate a Digital Unit ID Poll to determine the identity of the offending radio operators

c. Do not interfere, but be prepared to assist them, if requested

CAP designators that we use instead of saying the actual frequencies of our HF radio channels consist of: a. The actual channel we use is always one higher than the channel number we say, to promote security b. A code word for each channel c. Three letters to stand for each channel d. Four numbers to stand for each channel

c. Three letters to stand for each channel

When the public communications systems don't work and/or we still have a lot of information we have to get from one place to another, it is called: a. An "Overload Status" b. An "Essie" standing for S.E. or Strained Environment c. A "Condition Red" d. A "Stressed Communications Environment"

d. A "Stressed Communications Environment"

CAP is considered to be a Federal Agency as far as radio communications is concerned. Therefore: a. Amateur radio may be used on CAP missions, because missions are always emergencies, but not for routine CAP communication b. Amateur radio operators who are not CAP members may transmit messages on behalf of CAP c. Federal (FCC & NTIA) rules prohibit CAP members from using amateur radio to conduct C-A-P business d. A & C

d. A & C

Which of the following is true about CAP use of cell phones for mission communications? a. Cell phone systems are part of the commercial infrastructure b. Federal government rules do not allow use of cell phones from aircraft, unless there is a legitimate in-flight emergency c. In disasters, cell phone systems often become jammed up with people calling each other, making it hard for CAP to get through d. All of above

d. All of above

Which of the following is true about the aviation VHF-AM radio system? a. It is the same as VHF-FM b. It is used only for interagency communication c. It is regulated by the NTIA d. It is not a system controlled by CAP

d. It is not a system controlled by CAP

Cellular telephones, wireless Internet and satellite phones are examples of Commercial Infrastructure which: a. Provide effective, economical emergency communications for CAP b. Rarely experience stressed communications environments during emergency situations c. Comply with all federal government rules for security and encryption d. May fail when too many members of the public try to use them

d. May fail when too many members of the public try to use them

CAP aircraft may use Federal Aviation Administration radios to talk to CAP units on the ground: a. Whenever needed b. Only during takeoff and landing c. Whenever the aircraft is in "controlled airspace" d. Only in rare circumstances, otherwise it is prohibited

d. Only in rare circumstances, otherwise it is prohibited

If advance planning is not conducted properly for liaison communications: a. There will be no problem - CAP is already authorized to talk on all liaison frequencies b. The mission Communication Unit Leader may authorize operation on any required frequency c. The Unit Digital ID will not show that CAP is calling d. Other agencies may not be expecting CAP to contact them, and may consider the radio call to be from an unauthorized trouble maker

d. Other agencies may not be expecting CAP to contact them, and may consider the radio call to be from an unauthorized trouble maker

What does train the way we fight...and fight the way we train mean for CAP Communications? a. It is OK to use the commercial infrastructure for training, as long as we do not use the commercial infrastructure during actual missions b. This strategy does not really affect CAP Communications c. We should always use whichever system is easiest d. We should not use commercial infrastructure for training so that we can get along without it when it fails

d. We should not use commercial infrastructure for training so that we can get along without it when it fails

Which of the following is NOT true? When CAP uses HF radio channels: a. HF is trickier to operate than VHF-FM b. You may need to use different frequencies at different times of day c. There is usually more static on HF than on VHF-FM d. You can usually use a smaller antenna for HF than for VHF-FM

d. You can usually use a smaller antenna for HF than for VHF-FM

CAP uses radio for communicating during missions because: a. Commercial communications systems sometimes fail when we need them most b. The Air Force says we have to c. Because cell phones do not work well inside vehicles d. So the news media can keep track of our missions and inform the public

a. Commercial communications systems sometimes fail when we need them most

Liaison Communications refers to: a. Communication with other agencies b. Communications between CAP aircrews and ground teams c. Communication for purposes of advance planning, before a formal mission begins d. Communications among staff at the CAP Incident Command Post

a. Communication with other agencies

When radios use a repeater, talking on one frequency and listening on another, it is called: a. Duplex b. Simplex c. Quadraplex d. Multiplex

a. Duplex

When radios use a single frequency to talk directly to another radio, it is called: a. Simplex b. Multiplex c. Duplex d. Quadraplex

a. Simplex

High Frequency (HF) radio systems are good for CAP to use because: a. They can talk as far as across the country b. They are the easiest to operate of all of the types of CAP radios c. Their short range makes them ideal for training d. They generally use smaller antennas than VHF radio systems

a. They can talk as far as across the country

Which of the following is true, in order to communicate via radio with other agencies? a. You can turn your radio to any other agency's frequency and give them a call, if one of their representatives has given your verbal permission b. CAP may use the frequencies of other federal agencies as needed, but advance coordination is required for use of state and local radio channels c. On an active Air Force assigned mission, CAP can use the frequencies of any other federal, state or local agency, as needed in order to achieve mission accomplishment d. You can't just turn your radio to somebody else's frequency and give them a call because special arrangements are required first

d. You can't just turn your radio to somebody else's frequency and give them a call because special arrangements are required first