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Why is coaxial cable the most common amateur radio feed line?

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  1. It always has the least loss
  2. It always handles the most power
  3. It is easy to install and use

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  1. NCVEC 2026-2030 Technician Question Pool www.ncvec.org/downloads/2026-2030%20Technician%20Pool%20and%20Syllabus%20Public%20Release%20Feb%2019%202026.pdf Checked 2026-10-09.

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