Which advantage does FM radio have thanks to its large bandwidth compared to AM radio?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the advantages of FM radio over AM radio due to its larger bandwidth. We need to identify the correct advantage from the given options. The key concept being tested is the difference between FM and AM radio technologies.
Answer
FM radio has better sound quality because its large bandwidth allows it to carry more information.
Thanks to its large bandwidth, FM radio can transmit more information per channel than AM radio. This results in better sound quality and the ability to broadcast stereo signals.
Answer for screen readers
Thanks to its large bandwidth, FM radio can transmit more information per channel than AM radio. This results in better sound quality and the ability to broadcast stereo signals.
More Information
FM radio operates in a higher frequency range (88 MHz to 108 MHz) and has a wider bandwidth (around 200 kHz) compared to AM radio.
Tips
A common mistake is to only focus on the bandwidth and forget to mention the resulting benefit of better sound quality that it provides.
Sources
- AM Vs FM Radio: Differences and Similarities - Radioactive Media - radioactivemedia.com
- What is the purpose of using AM or FM radio stations ... - Quora - quora.com
- AM vs FM - Difference and Comparison - Diffen - diffen.com
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