MCQ Practice Question

One important advantage of SSB over conventional AM is?

  • ATwice the bandwidth requirement
  • BReduced bandwidth and improved power efficiency
  • CNeed for a much larger carrier
  • DComplete immunity to all noise
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Correct Answer: B. Reduced bandwidth and improved power efficiency
Explanation: SSB transmits one sideband and usually suppresses the carrier, saving both bandwidth and transmitted power.
Reference: Standard communication systems: dsb-sc & ssb