Which code means Stand by?

Which code means Stand by?

• A. In service
• B. Out of service
• C. Stand by
• D. Location

Answer: (C)

In radio communication, stand by means you’re pausing and awaiting further instructions while staying ready to respond. It signals a temporary pause—you’re not actively engaging yet, but you’re monitoring and prepared to act once told to proceed. This is different from being in service, which means you’re available and ready to take action immediately, and from out of service, which means you’re not available to respond at that moment. Location isn’t a status you’re assigning yourself; it’s a request for your current position. So when you hear stand by, you keep listening, be ready to answer or receive new information, and avoid unnecessary chatter until you’re given the next directive.

In radio communication, stand by means you’re pausing and awaiting further instructions while staying ready to respond. It signals a temporary pause—you’re not actively engaging yet, but you’re monitoring and prepared to act once told to proceed. This is different from being in service, which means you’re available and ready to take action immediately, and from out of service, which means you’re not available to respond at that moment. Location isn’t a status you’re assigning yourself; it’s a request for your current position. So when you hear stand by, you keep listening, be ready to answer or receive new information, and avoid unnecessary chatter until you’re given the next directive.