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E2D02
What information replaces signal-to-noise ratio when using the FT8 or FT4 modes in a VHF contest?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: D. Grid square
In a VHF contest using FT8 or FT4, the station's grid square replaces the usual signal-to-noise report in the exchange. Grid squares are the key multiplier in VHF contests.
Tip: VHF contests trade grid squares.