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G2D06
How is a directional antenna pointed when making a “long-path” contact with another station?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: C. 180 degrees from the station's short-path heading
For a long-path contact, aim the antenna 180 degrees from the short-path heading. The signal goes the long way around the Earth.
Tip: Long path: turn the beam around.