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Which of the following statements are true?
A. Full duplex communication is bidirectional.
B. FM radio is an example of simplex communication.
C. Walkie-talkie is an example of full duplex communication.
D. In half duplex communication both devices can send and receive data at the same time.
E. A landline telephone is an example of half duplex communication.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is
A and B Only

To determine which statements are true, let's analyze each option provided:

  • Statement A: "Full duplex communication is bidirectional."
    Explanation: Full duplex communication allows data transmission in both directions simultaneously. An example is a telephone conversation where both parties can talk and listen at the same time.
    Conclusion: This statement is true.
  • Statement B: "FM radio is an example of simplex communication."
    Explanation: Simplex communication is one-way communication. FM radio is a form of broadcast where the radio station transmits information and the listeners receive it without sending information back.
    Conclusion: This statement is true.
  • Statement C: "Walkie-talkie is an example of full duplex communication."
    Explanation: Walkie-talkies operate in half-duplex mode, meaning that communication is bidirectional but not simultaneous. Each party must take turns to speak by pressing a button.
    Conclusion: This statement is false.
  • Statement D: "In half duplex communication both devices can send and receive data at the same time."
    Explanation: Half duplex communication allows communication in both directions, but not at the same time. The devices must take turns to transmit or receive data.
    Conclusion: This statement is false.
  • Statement E: "A landline telephone is an example of half duplex communication."
    Explanation: A landline telephone is an example of full duplex communication, where both parties can converse simultaneously.
    Conclusion: This statement is false.

Based on the analysis above, the correct answer is A and B Only, as both statements A and B are true.

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