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E4E09
What undesirable effect can occur when using a noise blanker?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: C. Strong signals may be distorted and appear to cause spurious emissions
A noise blanker can mistake strong signal peaks for noise pulses. Strong signals may then be distorted and appear to cause spurious emissions.
Tip: Blankers can distort strong signals.