What is a call sign used for in broadcasting?

A unique identifier for the station.

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  1. A password for listeners
  2. A type of antenna
  3. A unique identifier for the station ✔

Why: Broadcast stations get a unique identifier of letters and numbers called a call sign.

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Answer: A unique identifier for the station. Broadcast stations get a unique identifier of letters and numbers called a call sign.

  1. Radio en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio
    the transmitter is given a unique identifier consisting of a string of letters and numbers called a call sign
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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