All exam questions are taken from the officially released Question Pool for each exam element. All testing teams take their questions from the same Question Pool. The Question Pools are revised on a four year cycle. All applicants should ensure that they are using current study material.
The effective dates of all written test elements are:
Novice (Element 2) - Revised in 1993. The latest revision has been released and
becomes effective for all exams after July 1, 1997
Technician (Element 3A) - Revised in 1993. The latest revision has been released and
becomes effective for all exams after July 1, 1997
General (Element 3B) - Revised in 1998.
Advanced (Element 4A) - Revised in 1995. Effective July, 1995 thru June 1999.
(Element 4A revision has been placed on hold by the Question Pool Committtee due to the
possible revision of FCC Part 97 which could have an effect on the question pool. The
current
(1995) question pool will be used for all examinations until further notice)
Extra (Element 4B) - Revised in 1996. Effective July 1996 thru June 2000.