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What does a distant (DX) station mean to a radio listener?

A station far away from the listener.

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  1. A station that is very close by
  2. A station far away from the listener ✔
  3. A station that only plays music

Why: DX stands for distance. A DX station is a distant station, while a local station is nearby.

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Answer: A station far away from the listener. DX stands for distance. A DX station is a distant station, while a local station is nearby.

  1. Scouting America: Radio www.scouting.org/merit-badges/radio
    Explain the difference between a distant (DX) and a local station.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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