The bit rate of a signal is 3000 bps. If each signal unit carries 6 bits, the…
2014
The bit rate of a signal is 3000 bps. If each signal unit carries 6 bits, the baud rate of the signal is _______.
- A.
500 baud/sec
- B.
1000 baud/sec
- C.
3000 baud/sec
- D.
18000 baud/sec.
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Correct answer: A
Answer: 500 baud/sec.
Use the relation: Baud rate = Bit rate ÷ Bits per signal unit.
Bit rate = 3000 bps.
Bits per signal unit = 6.
Baud rate = 3000 ÷ 6 = 500 baud/sec.
Common mistake: multiplying bit rate by bits per unit (3000 × 6 = 18000) is incorrect; you must divide.