So then a dipole with one leg 5 times as long as the other would be a
"balanced" antenna. I see.

Tell me, how is this "ground" "supplied"? What exactly is a "ground",
say 50 feet up in the air?

Roy Lewallen, W7EL

John Smith wrote:
. . .
A balanced "supplies its own ground." A ground or "counterpoise" is NOT
required for the ant to work against...

Warmest regards,
John