Never use what word when transmitting messages?

Never use what word when transmitting messages?

• A. Over
• B. Roger
• C. Wilco
• D. Clear

Answer: (D)

In radiotelephony, every word should have a precise, unambiguous meaning to avoid miscommunication. The terms you use to handle a transmission have clear roles: “over” signals you’ve finished speaking and expect a reply; “roger” confirms you heard the message; “wilco” indicates you will comply. The word “clear” doesn’t have a single, universally accepted, non-ambiguous use in routine transmissions. It can be read as a request for clearance or as a comment about the channel status, which can lead to confusion about whether a clearance has been granted or whether the message was understood. Because of that potential for misinterpretation, it’s a word you should avoid when transmitting messages.

In radiotelephony, every word should have a precise, unambiguous meaning to avoid miscommunication. The terms you use to handle a transmission have clear roles: “over” signals you’ve finished speaking and expect a reply; “roger” confirms you heard the message; “wilco” indicates you will comply. The word “clear” doesn’t have a single, universally accepted, non-ambiguous use in routine transmissions. It can be read as a request for clearance or as a comment about the channel status, which can lead to confusion about whether a clearance has been granted or whether the message was understood. Because of that potential for misinterpretation, it’s a word you should avoid when transmitting messages.