Question 1

The heart of the radio studio is the ________.&#10;A)microphone&#10;B)audio console&#10;C)CD player&#10;D)compact flash recorder

Accepted Answer

The audio console is the central hub of the radio studio, allowing the operator to control all incoming and outgoing audio signals. Microphones, CD players, and compact flash recorders all route through the audio console for mixing, processing, and routing to the transmitter.

Question 2

Which of the following is least likely to occur if you are working too close to a microphone?&#10;A)popping on p sounds&#10;B)sibilance on s sounds&#10;C)noticeable breathing sounds&#10;D)weak audio signal

Accepted Answer

Working too close to a microphone typically leads to a stronger audio signal, not a weaker one. The other listed options (popping on p sounds, sibilance on s sounds, and noticeable breathing sounds) are all common issues that can occur when working too close to a microphone.

Question 3

Which of the following is least likely to cause an announcer to experience mic fright?&#10;A)fearing failure&#10;B)being inexperienced&#10;C)fearing the wrong type of microphone was used&#10;D)being unprepared

Accepted Answer

Fear of using the wrong type of microphone is unlikely to cause mic fright as it is a technical issue that can be resolved easily with the help of technicians. The other options such as fearing failure, inexperience and being unprepared are common causes of mic fright.

Question 4

When a beginning announcer gives a journeyman performance-one free of mistakes, but lackluster and less than memorable-he or she is trying to prevent which cause of mic fright?&#10;A)fear of failure&#10;B)dislike of his or her voice&#10;C)lack of experience&#10;D)lack of preparation

Accepted Answer

The fear of failure is a common cause of mic fright, and by delivering a performance that is free of mistakes, a beginning announcer is primarily trying to avoid making errors that could be perceived as failures. This approach aims to minimize the risk of failure, even if it results in a performance that is not particularly engaging or memorable.

Question 5

As a radio announcer, you've been asked to ''give a level'' so your engineer can set proper microphone levels. You should _________.&#10;A)blow gently into the microphone&#10;B)read or ad-lib several sentences into the microphone&#10;C)tap sharply on the microphone&#10;D)speak the standard,

Accepted Answer

Reading or ad-libbing several sentences into the microphone will provide a more accurate representation of your speaking volume and tone, allowing the engineer to set the proper levels for clear and consistent audio. Blowing gently or tapping on the microphone can distort the sound and lead to incorrect level settings. Simply speaking the standard may not accurately represent your normal speaking volume or dynamics.

Question 6

A radio announcer needs to be aware that most audio consoles allow only one channel to be active at a time and plan accordingly.

Accepted Answer

Most modern audio consoles have the ability to handle multiple channels simultaneously. Therefore, a radio announcer does not need to worry about only one channel being active at a time.

Question 7

Which of the following is least likely to be considered a major function of the audio console?&#10;A)selecting&#10;B)monitoring&#10;C)routing&#10;D)signal processing

Accepted Answer

Signal processing is typically handled by external equipment or software, not the audio console itself. The console primarily focuses on selecting, monitoring, and routing audio signals.

Question 8

If the VU meters on an audio console indicate the signal is in the mud, this means the operator has the levels well over 100 percent and the signal will be distorted or muddied.

Accepted Answer

When VU meters indicate the signal is in the mud, it means the levels are too low and the signal may be lacking clarity or definition, not that the levels are too high and causing distortion.

Question 9

When a studio microphone is turned on, most audio consoles will automatically mute the studio monitor speakers. This prevents the audio signal from _________.&#10;A)going in the red&#10;B)going in the mud&#10;C)producing feedback&#10;D)producing plosive sounds

Accepted Answer

When a microphone is turned on, it can pick up sound from the studio monitor speakers and cause feedback, which can be an annoying and damaging sound. Therefore, audio consoles automatically mute the speakers to prevent this from happening. Options A, B, and D are not relevant to this situation.

Question 10

Which type of microphone is most likely to be found in a radio studio?&#10;A)condenser&#10;B)dynamic&#10;C)capacitor&#10;D)ribbon

Accepted Answer

Dynamic microphones are the most common type found in radio studios because they are rugged, reliable, and produce a clear and natural sound for speech. They are also less sensitive to background noise and do not require external power, making them a practical option for radio broadcasting. Condenser, capacitor, and ribbon microphones are more commonly used in music recording studios.

Question 11

Which microphone pickup pattern can be described as being nondirectional? In other words, there is no one direction in which it picks up sound better than another&#10;A)omnidirectional&#10;B)cardioid&#10;C)bidirectional&#10;D)hypercardioid

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Question 12

In the modern radio studio, which of the following is most likely to be the primary music playback source?&#10;A)turntable&#10;B)mini-disc&#10;C)CD player&#10;D)digital storage system

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Question 13

When a radio announcer is working combo, this means that ________.&#10;A)the announcer is working with another announcer in the studio&#10;B)the announcer is working in both the on-air and production studio&#10;C)the announcer has an engineer to operate the equipment&#10;D)the announcer is operating the equipment and announcing at the same time

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Question 14

What would be a good initial mic-to-mouth distance for a beginning radio announcer?&#10;A)2 inches&#10;B)6 inches&#10;C)10 inches&#10;D)18 inches

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Question 15

Which piece of digital radio equipment is essentially a computer editing system incorporated into a traditional audio console?&#10;A)MD&#10;B)DAT&#10;C)CD&#10;D)DAW

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