Libyan International Medical University

Department of Computer Networks

Wireless and Mobile Communication

WORKSHEET 1
WIRELESS & MOBILE
COMMUNICATIONS
MAY 2025
Part I: True or False. Correct false ones:

1- Wireless communication systems use Ethernet cables to communicate with each other.
uses antennas
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2- "Microwave" refers to the electromagnetics wave ranges between 20 and 2000 KHz.
1GHz - 200GHz
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

3- "Peak to Peak Amplitude" defines the number of times the wave completes a full up-and-down
cycle in one second.
Frequency
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4- "Frequency" defines the distance the wave travels in one second. It measures in meters.
Wavelength
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

5- Wavelength is crucial in antenna design. Lower frequencies have longer wavelengths, requiring
larger antennas to produce electromagnetic waves.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

6- Depending on how much two signals are out of phase, the strength of the received signal can either
increase or decrease.
only decrease
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

7- Frequency bandwidth (BW) is the range of frequencies a specific radio signal occupies.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

8- The wavelength of an RF (Radio Frequency) signal refers to the strength of the oscillating wave
that carries the signal.
Amplitute
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9- When implementing wireless LANs, power levels as low as 1 mill watt (1/1000 watt, abbreviated
as "mW") can be used for a small area.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

10- mW and dBm units of measurement both represent an absolute amount of power and are both
industry standard measurements.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

11- Log10(100000) is 5 because 10x10x10x10x10 is 100,000.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

12- dB (Decibel) is a unit of measurement that describes the ratio between two values.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

13- dBm is a unit of measurement that describes the ratio between two values.
describe an absulote value relative to wattt
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

14- -3dB: A value of 3 dB means the power value is double the reference value; a value of +3 dB means
the power value is half the reference.
the opposite
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15- RF signal attenuation when passing through a brick wall by around 10 dB.
8dB
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Part 2: MCQs:

1- Choose all applicable to Modulation:

A- We must use a modulation technique to send any data over an RF signal.
B- Modulation is changing the properties of an RF signal to encode useful information.
C- We can change three parts of a carrier signal: amplitude, frequency, and phase.
D- Modulation increases noise and interferes with wireless communication systems.
E- Modulation can be broadly categorized into Analog and digital.
F- Analog Modulation is an up-to-date technique. It is deployed within a wide variety of wireless
communication systems. Including 4G cellular systems.
G- The frequency of the carrier signal is less than that of the message signal.
2- Choose all applicable to wireless communications:
A- Wireless communication refers to transmitting information over a distance without the need for
wires, cables, or any other form of physical connection.
B- It utilizes electromagnetic waves, including radio frequencies, infrared, and microwaves.
C- Wireless systems reduce mobility and increase the installation complexities of telecommunication
systems.
D- "Wireless" implies a broad range of technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular networks,
satellite communication, etc.
3- Choose all applicable to the frequency of an RF wave:
A- It represents the distance between any two adjacent crests or through.
B- It measured in meters.
 C- It represents the number of complete cycles in one second. It is measured in Hertz.
D- One Hertz represents ten cycles per second.
E- The higher the frequency, the shorter the wavelength of the wave.
F- Higher frequency means lower energy of an RF wave.
G- 1 Gigahertz (GHz) = 1,000,000 (million) cycles per second
4- Choose all applicable to Decibel (dB):
A- A decibel (dB) is a unit of measurement that describes the ratio between two values.
B- With dB, we can compare two values.
C- dB increases calculation complexity.
D- dB is used to measure the absolute power of RF signals.
E- A value of 0 dB means the two power values are equal. (The two signals are equal)
5- Choose all applicable to Bluetooth wireless communications:
A- Bluetooth is a short-range, low-power wireless application.
B- It is called Bluetooth because it utilizes the Blue color of the visible spectrum to transmit data.
C- Bluetooth is a long-range, high-power communication system.
D- Bluetooth is categorized under the Personal Area Networks (PAN).

Part 3: Complete the folloiwng:

Amplitude Modulation Amplitude
A- ………………………….. (AM) is a technique for transmitting information by varying the …………………, of
a carrier signal in proportion to the information signal, such as audio.
B- In AM modulators, the function of the ………………..
oscillator is to produce a stable, high-frequency carrier
wave that serves as the basis for transmitting the message signal.
C- All electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of ………………..in
light a vacuum.
D- 1 kilohertz (KHz) = ……………………..
1000 cycles per second.
E- Signals that have ………………….
0 degrees phase separation (in phase) actually combine their
amplitude, which results in a received signal of much greater signal strength or twice the amplitude.
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F- AM radio stations operate within the frequency range from ……….kHz 1710 kHz.
to approximately …………..
30-100 mWmW of power, depending on the
G- Wireless access points (APs) generally can radiate …………………..
manufacturer.
10
H- 10dB: A value of ………………dB means the power value is 10 times the reference value; a value of -10
1/10 of the reference.
dB means the power value is ……………..
I- The dBm compares a single value against 1mW and represents the ratio. dBm is used only
for……………power
J- ……………………
PM is a modulation technique that utilizes a phase angle to modulate a carrier signal.

Part 3: A fundamental Calculations : C = l- F

1- Calculate the wavelength of an RF signal if its frequency is 6 GHz.
2- Calculate`1
the frequency of an RF signal if its wavelength is 5cm.
3- The access point on the left side in the following diagram transmits at 8 mW, and the receivers
receive 2 mW. Use both absolute and logarithmic calculations to define the power degradation levels. . 1/4 mW
. -6 dB
 2mW
8mW

4- Represent the following comparisons/ ratio in dB:

A- If the value of the received power is twice the transmitted power. 3dB
B- If the value of the received power is half of the transmitted power. -3dB
C- If the value of the received power is ten times the transmitted power. 10dB
D- If the value of the received power is ten times less than the transmitted power. -10dB
(Note: Show the steps and the calculations)

Part 4 Match the following:

1- Electromagnetics signals Behavior

1. The most common RF behavior E A. Attenuation

2. The most common causes of refraction B. The shape, size, and material of the
C obstructing object.
3. The loss of signal strength as it travels from C. Water vapor, changes in air temperature, and
the transmitter to the receiver. A changes in air pressure.
4. The two major types of reflection D D. Skywave and Microwave
5. The conditions necessary for diffraction to E. Absorption
occur B
2- The common types of Wireless communications

1. Radio Frequency (RF) A. The most common form of wireless communication is used in
A applications such as television broadcasting, mobile phones,
and Wi-Fi networks.
2. Infrared (IR) B. This encompasses technologies such as visible light
C communications and free-space optical communication.
3. Microwaves D C. It is used in remote controls, wireless mice, and certain types of
security systems.
4. Light waves B D. Used for long-distance communication, such as satellite and
radar systems.
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3- Components of Amplitude Modulator Setup:
 1. Low-frequency signal, as low as A. Carrier signal.
~ 200 kHz. Generated by the
source. B
2. High-frequency signal. Generated B. Message signal.
by the oscillator. A
3. Modulated (output) signal. C C. The signal that contains the information and the carrier.
4. Amplifier D D. Boosts the power level of signals at various stages

Part 5 Design, troubleshooting, and evaluations:

Figures (a) and (b) show two wireless systems. Inspect them carefully and answer

1- The access point on the left side in the following diagram transmits at 16 mW, and the receivers
receive 8 mW.

A- Express the two quantities (Tx & Rx) in dBm. (16 mW=…………………… dBm); (8 mW=……………………
dBm);
B- Use both absolute and logarithmic calculations to define the power degradation levels.
2- The access point on the left side in the following diagram transmits at 16 mW, and the receivers
receive 4 mW.

C- Express the two quantities (Tx & Rx) in dBm. (16 mW=…………………… dBm); (4 mW=……………………
dBm);
D- Use both absolute and logarithmic calculations to define the power degradation levels.
3- Answer the following questions:
A- Which of the two systems shows better performance? Why?
B- Which of the two systems shows a higher loss? How? What are the leading causes of the signal
loss?

End of the worksheet 1.

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