Basic Qualification · B-002 Operating and procedures · B-002-002-011

In the International Telecommunication Union phonetic alphabet, what is the code word for the letter R?

1. A Roger
2. B Radio
3. C Romania
4. D Romeo

Correct answer: D — Romeo. From the official ISED question bank, verified word for word.

Why

The International Telecommunication Union phonetic alphabet assigns "Romeo" to the letter R to ensure clear communication over radio, especially when static or poor signal quality makes letters hard to distinguish. The full explanation — and one for every question — is in Pro.

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How to operate: calling, phonetics, Q-signals, repeaters, nets, emergency traffic, and the courtesies that keep a band usable.

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