E4C01:What is an effect of excessive phase noise in an SDR receiver’s master clock oscillator?
Direct answer summary (2024-2028 NCVEC pool)
The official correct answer for E4C01 is It can combine with strong signals on nearby frequencies to generate interference.
The key fact is It can combine with strong signals on nearby frequencies to generate interference. Match that fact to the exact condition in the question; the other choices describe a different rule, band, component, or operating situation.