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A channel has bandwidth 1 MHz and linear SNR=3. Its Shannon capacity is?

  • A1 Mbps
  • B2 Mbps
  • C3 Mbps
  • D4 Mbps
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Correct Answer: B. 2 Mbps
Explanation: C=B log2(1+S/N)=10^6 log2(4)=2×10^6 bit/s=2 Mbps.
Reference: Standard communication systems: information theory
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