FM radio

The carrier frequency varies with the audio signal. This topic is part of Radio within Technology. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.

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FM radio trivia questions

FM radio uses what type of modulation?

Answer: Frequency modulation

Bonus fact: The carrier frequency varies with the audio signal.

What do the letters FM stand for?

Answer: Frequency modulation

Bonus fact: FM broadcasting generally offers better audio fidelity than AM.

Why is FM less affected by many forms of amplitude noise than AM?

Answer: Information is encoded in frequency changes rather than amplitude

Bonus fact: Amplitude disturbances can often be limited by FM receivers.

A classic boombox combines portable speakers with what kind of audio equipment?

Answer: Radio and music player

Bonus fact: Boomboxes commonly combined AM/FM radio with cassette or later CD playback.

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