Question 1

Computers may be used in the air studio to perform what functions?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Computers may be used in the air...

Question 2

Which type of microphone pickup pattern is sensitive to sound from all directions?
A) Bidirectional microphones
B) Omnidirectional microphones
C) Non-directional microphones
D) Unidirectional microphones

Accepted Answer

Omnidirectional microphones are sensitive to sound from all directions.

Question 3

A routing device, connecting the console with various external devices is called:
A) A patch panel
B) An audio board
C) A digital workstation
D) A DAT recorder

Accepted Answer

A patch panel is a piece of hardware used to route signals between different pieces of equipment in a recording studio or live sound setup. It allows for quick and easy connections between various devices, including a console and other external devices such as microphones, instruments, and speakers. An audio board, digital workstation, and DAT recorder are all specific types of equipment that may connect to a patch panel, but are not the routing device itself.

Question 4

From Chapter 9, producer Ty Ford describes the three domains of audio as amplitude, ___________, and time.
A) wavelength
B) frequency
C) volume
D) equalization

Accepted Answer

The three domains of audio are amplitude (related to volume or loudness), frequency (related to pitch), and time (related to duration and timing). Wavelength and equalization are related to frequency, while volume is a synonym for amplitude. Therefore, the best choice is B, frequency.

Question 5

AudioVault, Enco, DAD, and Nexgen are all examples of _________software used by most radio stations today,
A) recording
B) automation
C) audition
D) voice tracking

Accepted Answer

AudioVault, Enco, DAD, and Nexgen are all examples of automation software used by most radio stations today. They are designed to help automate the process of broadcasting and scheduling programming, including music, commercials, and other elements.

Question 6

A radio station typically has two kinds of studios: on-air and _______ studios.
A) lounge
B) performance
C) play by play
D) production

Accepted Answer

Production studios are used for recording and editing audio content, such as commercials, jingles, and pre-recorded shows, whereas on-air studios are used for live broadcasting. Lounge, performance, and play by play studios are not typically found in a radio station.

Question 7

The process of crafting a station's commercials to reflect the station's format or stationality, is known as _____________spots.
A) formatting
B) co-opping.
C) mastering
D) re-imaging.

Accepted Answer

Formatting spots involves tailoring commercials to match the station's overall style or format, ensuring a cohesive listening experience.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT commonly used for digital audio recording/editing?
A) Dreamweaver
B) ProTools
C) Audacity
D) Adobe Audition

Accepted Answer

Dreamweaver is a program primarily used for web development and design, not digital audio recording/editing. ProTools, Audacity, and Adobe Audition are all commonly used for digital audio recording/editing.

Question 9

_______-tracking refers to the process of a DJ/announcer prerecording his or her on-air breaks in automation then combining the breaks with songs, commercials, and other elements in order to produce a product that sounds like a live air shift.
A) DJ
B) Vox
C) Voice
D) Auto

Accepted Answer

Voice-tracking is the process where a DJ or announcer prerecords their segments, which are then combined with other elements to create a seamless broadcast that sounds live.

Question 10

A studio-_________ link (or STL) sends a radio station's audio signal from the broadcast studio location to a radio transmitter/tower in another location.
A) telephonic
B) trans-audio
C) transmitter
D) transcontinental

Accepted Answer

A studio-transmitter link (STL) sends a radio station's audio signal from the broadcast studio location to a radio transmitter/tower in another location. Therefore, the best choice is C. A telephonic link is not specifically used to transmit audio from a studio to a transmitter site. "Trans-audio" and "transcontinental" are not commonly used terms in the context of radio broadcasting.

Question 11

Because of high demand, most stations today employ a full-time copywriter.

Accepted Answer

Most stations do not employ a full-time copywriter due to budget constraints and the changing nature of media production, often relying on staff members with multiple roles or outsourcing specific tasks.

Question 12

Voice-tracking has generated many complaints and of the primarily concerns is that it has taken away many on-air positions for announcers.

Accepted Answer

Voice-tracking allows a radio station to prerecord announcements and have them play back later, eliminating the need for live announcers and cutting down the number of on-air positions available.

Question 13

Because of its specific pickup pattern, the_________microphone is frequently used in most on-air and production studios.
A) Bidirectional
B) omnidirectional
C) unidirectional
D) non-directional

Accepted Answer

Unidirectional microphones are commonly used in on-air and production studios due to their ability to focus on a single source of sound while minimizing background noise. This makes them ideal for capturing clear audio in a controlled environment.

Question 14

The first radio commercials, starting in 1922, were presented in what manner?
A) With a live orchestra and singers
B) With just the announcer and no music
C) Produced on recording tape with jingl
D) Recorded on wax cylinders for airplay

Accepted Answer

The first radio commercials were presented with just the announcer and no music.

Question 15

The first radio commercial ever aired lasted over 10 minutes, and aired over what station?
A) WKRP
B) WEAF
C) WHEN
D) WXYZ

Accepted Answer

The first radio commercial ever aired was for a New York City real estate firm called Queensboro Corporation, and it lasted over 10 minutes. It aired on August 28, 1922, over the station WEAF.

Question 16

To alter the amplitude to create the illusion being louder without actually changing level is called:
A) Equalizing
B) Phasing
C) Compressing
D) Sampling

Accepted Answer

To create the illusion of being louder without actually changing the level, one would compress the audio. Compression reduces the dynamic range of the audio signal by bringing down the level of the louder sounds and boosting the level of the quieter sounds, creating a more "compressed" sound.

Question 17

Computers may be used in the air studio to perform what functions?
A) Audio Vault for automation
B) Selector to program music
C) Pro Tools or Adobe Audition for editing audio files
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the given functions are possible with the use of computers in the air studio. Audio Vault can be used for automation, Selector for programming music, and Pro Tools or Adobe Audition for editing audio files.

Question 18

What is the low powered amplifier circuit that enables the operator to hear audio without it being distributed to other points?
A) The cue circuit
B) The program trunk
C) The auxiliary trunk
D) The external or air monitor

Accepted Answer

The cue circuit is designed for this purpose, allowing the operator to listen to audio signals without those signals being sent to other outputs or broadcasted. This is commonly used in broadcasting and live sound applications for previewing audio.

Question 19

What is the usual arrangement for production studios in a cluster of stations?
A) There is often a single primary production facility
B) Each station in the cluster has its own production facility
C) Production is all done at corporate headquarters
D) All production is done in the air studio

Accepted Answer

In a cluster of stations, there is usually a single primary production facility that services all of the stations. This allows for efficient use of resources and equipment, as well as consistency in production quality across all of the stations.

Question 20

The job to record voice tracks, mix commercials and promos, maintain the production library, and perform basic editing chores is done by whom?
A) The Program Director
B) The Production Director
C) The Sales Manager
D) The Chief Engineer

Accepted Answer

The Production Director is responsible for recording voice tracks, mixing commercials and promos, maintaining the production library, and performing basic editing chores.

Quiz 9: Production

Computers may be used in the air studio to perform what functions?

Which type of microphone pickup pattern is sensitive to sound from all directions?

A routing device, connecting the console with various external devices is called:

From Chapter 9, producer Ty Ford describes the three domains of audio as amplitude, ___________, and time.

AudioVault, Enco, DAD, and Nexgen are all examples of _________software used by most radio stations today,

A radio station typically has two kinds of studios: on-air and _______ studios.

The process of crafting a station's commercials to reflect the station's format or stationality, is known as _____________spots.

Which of the following is NOT commonly used for digital audio recording/editing?

_______-tracking refers to the process of a DJ/announcer prerecording his or her on-air breaks in automation then combining the breaks with songs, commercials, and other elements in order to produce a product that sounds like a live air shift.

A studio-_________ link (or STL) sends a radio station's audio signal from the broadcast studio location to a radio transmitter/tower in another location.

Because of high demand, most stations today employ a full-time copywriter.

Voice-tracking has generated many complaints and of the primarily concerns is that it has taken away many on-air positions for announcers.

Because of its specific pickup pattern, the_________microphone is frequently used in most on-air and production studios.

The first radio commercials, starting in 1922, were presented in what manner?

The first radio commercial ever aired lasted over 10 minutes, and aired over what station?

To alter the amplitude to create the illusion being louder without actually changing level is called:

Computers may be used in the air studio to perform what functions?

What is the low powered amplifier circuit that enables the operator to hear audio without it being distributed to other points?

What is the usual arrangement for production studios in a cluster of stations?

The job to record voice tracks, mix commercials and promos, maintain the production library, and perform basic editing chores is done by whom?