Radio Amateur Quiz Canadian License

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Question B-003-021-004

Why should you make sure the antenna of a hand-held transceiver is not close to your head when transmitting?

Correct Answer

To reduce your exposure to the radio-frequency energy

Explanation

Holding the antenna close to the head increases the amount of RF energy absorbed by the head, adhering to Safety Code 6 guidelines requires minimizing this exposure.

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