Which statement best describes amplitude modulation?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — The information signal changes the amplitude but does not change the carrier frequency.

Amplitude Modulation (AM) involves varying the strength or amplitude of the carrier wave in direct proportion to the instantaneous value of the modulating signal. The carrier frequency remains constant throughout the process, while the envelope of the carrier waveform fluctuates to represent the transmitted intelligence, such as voice audio.

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