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G4D07:How much must the power output of a transmitter be raised to change the S meter reading on a distant receiver from S8 to S9?

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How much must the power output of a transmitter be raised to change the S meter reading on a distant receiver from S8 to S9?

Direct answer summary (2023-2027 NCVEC pool)

The official correct answer for G4D07 is Approximately 4 times.

The required value is Approximately 4 times. Keep the units with the number so a nearby distractor cannot pull you away from the result.

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