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G8A10
What is meant by the term “flat-topping,” when referring to an amplitude-modulated phone signal?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: C. Signal distortion caused by excessive drive or speech levels
Flat-topping is distortion that happens when excessive drive or speech levels push the transmitter past its limits, clipping the signal peaks flat. It is a sign of overdriving, not proper adjustment.
Tip: Too much drive flattens the peaks.