Dee Flint wrote:
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Bill Sohl wrote:

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I actually agree that memorizing band edges is a waste. Far
better to have a schart of the bands, beand edges and
permitted uses and then ask questions which have the
test taker use the chart as a resourse to answer questions.
Band edges are dynamic and change over time.

Better yet, a chart that shows the regs *and* a chart that
shows the current bandplan. ('Bandplan' meaning current
recommendations, not regulations). It's done for RF exposure
already.

You know, I'd object to a ham trying to read charts and
bandplans while they
are driving. It's just as bad as reading a newspaper or trying to shave.

Shaving can be done by touch. Reading can't.

So I say yes they should at least be required to know from
memory where at
least the regulations allow them to be.

You make a valid point, Dee.

The read the chart/bandplan concept has the underlying
assumption that one
will be operating from a fixed location with access to
reference materials.

Not necessarily. But it does assume you'll have the
info with you when you need it. Or at least a close
approximation.

73 de Jim, N2EY